Wolcott, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Wolcott is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,044. Residents earn $70,938 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,044 Population 1,769/sq mi density
$70,938 Median Income $27,968 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $209,550 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,938 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,938
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,044
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,769/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,938
Per Capita$27,968
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$623M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,550

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation715 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+93.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Libraries6

Is Wolcott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolcott receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wolcott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolcott is $70,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolcott is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% 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

Wolcott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wolcott has a population of 1,044 with a density of 1,769 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 5.6% Black.

Population

1,044
Total Population
1,769
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolcott is $70,938, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Wolcott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,938
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,968
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$61,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)213
County GDP$623M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolcott is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,550.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Wolcott, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death10,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access48.5%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Wolcott has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,769/sq mi
Coordinates40.7590°N, 87.0421°W
County FIPS18007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,769/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home3.6%

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