West College Corner, IN

Indiana

West College Corner is a small town in Indiana with a population of 564. Residents earn $70,197 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
564 Population 2,089/sq mi density
$70,197 Median Income $29,306 per capita
$105,700 Home Value $147,428 Zillow
$858 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,197 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,700 home value, $858/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,197
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

How West College Corner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population564
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density2,089/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,197
Per Capita$29,306
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$216M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,700
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,428
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation992 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+94.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries1

Is West College Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West College Corner receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. West College Corner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West College Corner is $70,197, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West College Corner is $105,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

West College Corner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West College Corner has a population of 564 with a density of 2,089 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

564
Total Population
2,089
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West College Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West College Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West College Corner is $70,197, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: West College Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,197
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,306
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$58,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)150
County GDP$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare8
Retail28
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,775
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in West College Corner is $105,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,428.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,428
Median List Price$194,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$194,900
$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,775
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In West College Corner, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West College Corner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death9,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

Crime Rates: West College Corner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

West College Corner has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation992 ft (302 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,089/sq mi
Coordinates39.5694°N, 84.8190°W
County FIPS18161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,089/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants11
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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