Wheatfield, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Wheatfield is a small town in Indiana with a population of 841. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
841 Population 1,425/sq mi density
$80,625 Median Income $30,327 per capita
$191,900 Home Value $323,322 Zillow
$790 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,625 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,900 home value, $790/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,625
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

How Wheatfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population841
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density1,425/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,625
Per Capita$30,327
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,968M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,900
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,322
Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation667 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+93.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Wheatfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wheatfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wheatfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wheatfield is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wheatfield is $191,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wheatfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wheatfield has a population of 841 with a density of 1,425 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%).

Population

841
Total Population
1,425
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Wheatfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wheatfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wheatfield is $80,625, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wheatfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,625
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,327
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$70,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)875
County GDP$1,968M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare52
Retail125
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,315
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wheatfield is $191,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,322.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,322
Median List Price$100,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$100,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,315
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Wheatfield, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wheatfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death9,161/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities52

Crime Rates: Wheatfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Wheatfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Coordinates41.1911°N, 87.0531°W
County FIPS18073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants64
Retail Stores125

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home6.8%

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