What are the schools like in Bunker Hill, IN?

Bunker Hill is served primarily by Maconaquah School Corp. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.7:1.

What is the median household income in Bunker Hill?

The median household income in Bunker Hill, IN is $50,221 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.8%.

What is the weather like in Bunker Hill, IN?

Bunker Hill has an average high temperature of 31.9°F in January and 82.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Bunker Hill, IN affordable or expensive?

Bunker Hill's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bunker Hill is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $78,800 and the median rent is $605 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bunker Hill, IN?

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

Is Bunker Hill, IN a Good Place to Live?

Bunker Hill is a small town of 848 in Indiana, with a median household income of $50,221 and a 11.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

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

All Bunker Hill 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: 87.6

Bunker Hill's overall cost of living index is 87.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bunker Hill costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bunker Hill, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$78,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$605	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,221	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Bunker Hill is served primarily by Maconaquah School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bunker Hill, IN	National Avg
School District	Maconaquah School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bunker Hill sees average highs of 31.9°F in January and 82.6°F in July, with 41.1 inches of annual precipitation and 20.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bunker Hill, IN
Average High — January	31.9°F
Average High — July	82.6°F
Annual Precipitation	41.1"
Annual Snowfall	20.9"

Demographics

Metric	Bunker Hill, IN	National Avg
Population	848	—
Median Age	42.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	17.7%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Bunker Hill vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bunker Hill, IN affordable or expensive?

Bunker Hill's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bunker Hill roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $78,800 and median rent is $605/month.

What is the crime rate in Bunker Hill, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Bunker Hill?

Public schools in Bunker Hill are operated by Maconaquah School Corp. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. 11.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bunker Hill, IN a good place to live?

Bunker Hill, IN has a population of 848, a median household income of $50,221, and an unemployment rate of 11.8%. 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 Bunker Hill?

Bunker Hill averages 31.9°F in January and 82.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.1 inches with about 20.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Bunker Hill?

The population of Bunker Hill, Indiana is 848 with a median age of 42.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bunker Hill?

Key numbers for living in Bunker Hill: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $78,800, median household income $50,221, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bunker Hill side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.