What are the schools like in Bainbridge, IN?

Bainbridge is served primarily by North Putnam Community Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Bainbridge?

The median household income in Bainbridge, IN is $56,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.1%.

What is the weather like in Bainbridge, IN?

Bainbridge has an average high temperature of 34.4°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 22.1 inches.

Bainbridge, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bainbridge, IN affordable or expensive?

Bainbridge's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bainbridge is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $125,400 and the median rent is $894 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bainbridge, IN?

Crime rate data for Bainbridge is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Bainbridge, IN a Good Place to Live?

Bainbridge is a small town of 592 in Indiana, with a median household income of $56,250 and a 1.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Bainbridge stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Bainbridge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bainbridge city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.6

Bainbridge's overall cost of living index is 94.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bainbridge costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bainbridge, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$125,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$894	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Bainbridge is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Bainbridge is served primarily by North Putnam Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bainbridge, IN	National Avg
School District	North Putnam Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bainbridge sees average highs of 34.4°F in January and 83.2°F in July, with 46.1 inches of annual precipitation and 22.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bainbridge, IN
Average High — January	34.4°F
Average High — July	83.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.1"
Annual Snowfall	22.1"

Demographics

Metric	Bainbridge, IN	National Avg
Population	592	—
Median Age	36.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	4.2%	6.3%
Under 18	24.2%	22.2%
65 and over	20.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Bainbridge

Bainbridge, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46105

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bainbridge, IN affordable or expensive?

Bainbridge's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bainbridge roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $125,400 and median rent is $894/month.

What is the crime rate in Bainbridge, IN?

Crime data for Bainbridge is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Bainbridge?

Public schools in Bainbridge are operated by North Putnam Community Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 5.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bainbridge, IN a good place to live?

Bainbridge, IN has a population of 592, a median household income of $56,250, and an unemployment rate of 1.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bainbridge?

Bainbridge averages 34.4°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.1 inches with about 22.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bainbridge?

Bainbridge, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46105.

What is the population of Bainbridge?

The population of Bainbridge, Indiana is 592 with a median age of 36.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bainbridge?

Key numbers for living in Bainbridge: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $125,400, median household income $56,250, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bainbridge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.