What are the schools like in Bloomfield, IN?

Bloomfield is served primarily by Bloomfield School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Bloomfield?

The median household income in Bloomfield, IN is $50,063 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.1%.

What is the weather like in Bloomfield, IN?

Bloomfield has an average high temperature of 41.0°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 8.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Bloomfield, IN affordable or expensive?

Bloomfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bloomfield is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $98,400 and the median rent is $623 per month.

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

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

Is Bloomfield, IN a Good Place to Live?

Bloomfield is a small town of 2,337 in Indiana, with a median household income of $50,063 and a 9.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Bloomfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bloomfield 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: 89.0

Bloomfield's overall cost of living index is 89.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bloomfield costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bloomfield, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$98,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$623	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,063	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Bloomfield is served primarily by Bloomfield School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bloomfield, IN	National Avg
School District	Bloomfield School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bloomfield sees average highs of 41.0°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 8.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bloomfield, IN
Average High — January	41.0°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	8.9"

Demographics

Metric	Bloomfield, IN	National Avg
Population	2,337	—
Median Age	44.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	21.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Bloomfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bloomfield, IN affordable or expensive?

Bloomfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bloomfield roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $98,400 and median rent is $623/month.

What is the crime rate in Bloomfield, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Bloomfield?

Public schools in Bloomfield are operated by Bloomfield School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 14.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bloomfield, IN a good place to live?

Bloomfield, IN has a population of 2,337, a median household income of $50,063, and an unemployment rate of 9.1%. 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 Bloomfield?

Bloomfield averages 41.0°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 8.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Bloomfield?

The population of Bloomfield, Indiana is 2,337 with a median age of 44.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bloomfield?

Key numbers for living in Bloomfield: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $98,400, median household income $50,063, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bloomfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.