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Young America, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Young America is a small town in Indiana with a population of 298. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
298 Population 2,129/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $18,237 per capita
$109,900 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,900 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age23.8 yrs
Density2,129/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$18,237
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$952M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden23.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation761 ft (232 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries4

Is Young America a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Young America receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Young America offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Young America is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Young America is $109,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Young America experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Young America has a population of 298 with a density of 2,129 people per square mile. The median age is 23.8 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 15.8% Black.

Population

298
Total Population
2,129
People / sq mi
23.8yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Young America vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Young America vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Young America is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Young America vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,237
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Young America is $109,900, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.9%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
Young America 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 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation761 ft (232 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,129/sq mi
Coordinates40.5682°N, 86.3487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 52.1-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,129/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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