What are the schools like in Cayuga, IN?

Cayuga is served primarily by North Vermillion Com Sch Corp. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Cayuga?

The median household income in Cayuga, IN is $49,449 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Cayuga, IN?

Cayuga has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Cayuga, IN affordable or expensive?

Cayuga's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cayuga is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $73,900 and the median rent is $873 per month.

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

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

Is Cayuga, IN a Good Place to Live?

Cayuga is a small town of 1,158 in Indiana, with a median household income of $49,449 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cayuga is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cayuga 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: 88.2

Cayuga's overall cost of living index is 88.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cayuga costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cayuga, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$73,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$873	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,449	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cayuga is served primarily by North Vermillion Com Sch Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cayuga, IN	National Avg
School District	North Vermillion Com Sch Corp	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cayuga sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 39.0 inches of annual precipitation and 19.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cayuga, IN
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	39.0"
Annual Snowfall	19.2"

Demographics

Metric	Cayuga, IN	National Avg
Population	1,158	—
Median Age	38.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.7%	22.2%
65 and over	21.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Cayuga

Cayuga, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47928

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayuga, IN affordable or expensive?

Cayuga's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cayuga roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $73,900 and median rent is $873/month.

What is the crime rate in Cayuga, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Cayuga?

Public schools in Cayuga are operated by North Vermillion Com Sch Corp. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 4.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cayuga, IN a good place to live?

Cayuga, IN has a population of 1,158, a median household income of $49,449, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Cayuga?

Cayuga averages 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.0 inches with about 19.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cayuga?

Cayuga, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47928.

What is the population of Cayuga?

The population of Cayuga, Indiana is 1,158 with a median age of 38.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cayuga?

Key numbers for living in Cayuga: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $73,900, median household income $49,449, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cayuga side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.