What are the schools like in Chrisney, IN?

Chrisney is served primarily by North Spencer County Sch Corp. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.5:1.

What is the median household income in Chrisney?

The median household income in Chrisney, IN is $49,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.9%.

What is the weather like in Chrisney, IN?

Chrisney has an average high temperature of 42.1°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Chrisney, IN affordable or expensive?

Chrisney's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chrisney is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $88,900 and the median rent is $473 per month.

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

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

Is Chrisney, IN a Good Place to Live?

Chrisney is a small town of 443 in Indiana, with a median household income of $49,375 and a 6.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Chrisney 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 Chrisney is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chrisney 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: 86.3

Chrisney's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chrisney costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chrisney, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$88,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$473	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Chrisney is served primarily by North Spencer County Sch Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chrisney, IN	National Avg
School District	North Spencer County Sch Corp	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chrisney sees average highs of 42.1°F in January and 88.6°F in July, with 51.9 inches of annual precipitation and 11.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chrisney, IN
Average High — January	42.1°F
Average High — July	88.6°F
Annual Precipitation	51.9"
Annual Snowfall	11.3"

Demographics

Metric	Chrisney, IN	National Avg
Population	443	—
Median Age	38.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.1%	22.2%
65 and over	20.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Chrisney

Chrisney, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47611

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chrisney, IN affordable or expensive?

Chrisney's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chrisney roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $88,900 and median rent is $473/month.

What is the crime rate in Chrisney, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Chrisney?

Public schools in Chrisney are operated by North Spencer County Sch Corp. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1. 10.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chrisney, IN a good place to live?

Chrisney, IN has a population of 443, a median household income of $49,375, and an unemployment rate of 6.9%. 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 Chrisney?

Chrisney averages 42.1°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.9 inches with about 11.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chrisney?

Chrisney, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47611.

What is the population of Chrisney?

The population of Chrisney, Indiana is 443 with a median age of 38.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chrisney?

Key numbers for living in Chrisney: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $88,900, median household income $49,375, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chrisney side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.