What are the schools like in Denver, IN?

Denver is served primarily by North Miami Community Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.6:1.

What is the median household income in Denver?

The median household income in Denver, IN is $67,639 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.

What is the weather like in Denver, IN?

Denver has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Denver, IN affordable or expensive?

Denver's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Denver is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $93,700 and the median rent is $725 per month.

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

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

Is Denver, IN a Good Place to Live?

Denver is a small town of 579 in Indiana, with a median household income of $67,639 and a 1.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Denver 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: 89.9

Denver's overall cost of living index is 89.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Denver costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Denver, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$93,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,639	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Denver is served primarily by North Miami Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Denver, IN	National Avg
School District	North Miami Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Denver sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 40.6 inches of annual precipitation and 20.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Denver, IN
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	40.6"
Annual Snowfall	20.9"

Demographics

Metric	Denver, IN	National Avg
Population	579	—
Median Age	32.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.1%	22.2%
65 and over	11.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Denver

Denver, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46926

Denver vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denver, IN affordable or expensive?

Denver's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Denver roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $93,700 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in Denver, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Denver?

Public schools in Denver are operated by North Miami Community Schools. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.6:1. 9.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Denver, IN a good place to live?

Denver, IN has a population of 579, a median household income of $67,639, and an unemployment rate of 1.4%. 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 Denver?

Denver averages 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.6 inches with about 20.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Denver?

Denver, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46926.

What is the population of Denver?

The population of Denver, Indiana is 579 with a median age of 32.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Denver?

Key numbers for living in Denver: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $93,700, median household income $67,639, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Denver side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.