Wolflake, IN

Indiana

Wolflake is a small town in Indiana with a population of 337. Residents earn $31,224 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
337 Population 204/sq mi density
$31,224 Median Income $18,609 per capita
$106,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,224 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$106,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,224
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female26% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,224
Per Capita$18,609
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,553M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation896 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries6

Is Wolflake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolflake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wolflake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolflake is $31,224, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% 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 Wolflake is $106,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolflake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wolflake has a population of 337 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

337
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.5%
Female 74.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolflake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wolflake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolflake is $31,224, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wolflake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,224
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,609
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$64,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)983
County GDP$2,553M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare82
Retail133
Manufacturing127

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolflake is $106,400, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,400
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.28%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities82

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Wolflake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates41.3279°N, 85.4901°W
County FIPS18113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants73
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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