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Connersville, IN Micro Area

Connersville, IN · Micro Area

23,334Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Richmond-Connersville, IN combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$59,321
Median home value
$130,700
Land area
215 sq mi
109 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Fayette County, INCentral23,334$59,321$130,700

Largest cities and towns

10 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Connersville, INCity13,109$48,854
Connersville (Township), IN—11,947$54,866
Harrison, IN—6,231$51,731
Jackson, IN—1,492$74,034
Jennings, IN—1,123$74,500
Columbia, IN—933$78,229
Orange, IN—609$53,750
Posey, IN—445$101,083
Waterloo, IN—398$73,917
Fairview, IN—156$51,042

Also in the Richmond-Connersville, IN combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
17.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
College Educated
16%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$59,321
Mean Household Income
$74,303

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
49.9%
Female
50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%
Female50.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German18.8%
English14.3%
Irish12.1%
Scottish1.2%
Italian0.9%
French0.9%
Polish0.8%
Mexican0.8%
African0.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

1.6%Foreign Born
98.4%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized52.2%
Non-Citizen47.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later35.2%
Before 201064.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
10,905
Median Rent
$791/mo
Median Home Value
$130,700
Median Year Built
1962

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
4,647
College Enrollment
10.0%
High School
32.1%
College Educated
16.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
26.8 min
Drive Alone Rate
81.0%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
4.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
22.0%
18-34 Years
19.4%
35-64 Years
38.0%
65+ Years
20.6%

Population Composition

Under 1822.0%
18-3419.4%
35-6438.0%
65+20.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
45.7%
Single Parent
6.1%
Living Alone
31.0%
Avg Size
2.44

Household Types

Married Couples45.7%
Single Parent6.1%
Living Alone31.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$30,876
SNAP Usage
14.1%
Health Insurance
93.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k20.9%
$25k - $50k19.9%
$50k - $100k33.3%
$100k+25.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
27.4%
Retail Trade
12.4%
Education & Health Care
23.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

21.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
86.9%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
93.2%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
88.7
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
216.4
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.