Worthington, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Worthington is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,634. Residents earn $41,534 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,634 Population 2,122/sq mi density
$41,534 Median Income $27,584 per capita
$67,600 Home Value $173,987 Zillow
$535 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,534 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,600 home value, $535/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,534
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,600
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $535
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,634
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density2,122/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,534
Per Capita$27,584
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$760M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,600
Rent$535
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,987

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation520 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+79.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Worthington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worthington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Worthington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Worthington is $41,534, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Worthington is $67,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $535 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

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Worthington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Worthington has a population of 1,634 with a density of 2,122 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%).

Population

1,634
Total Population
2,122
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Worthington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Worthington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worthington is $41,534, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Worthington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,534
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,584
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$57,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare29
Retail52
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Worthington is $67,600, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $535 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,987.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,987

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$535
54% 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-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Worthington, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death12,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access38.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Worthington has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,122/sq mi
Coordinates39.1184°N, 86.9798°W
County FIPS18119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 50.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,122/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants30
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home2.9%

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