What are the schools like in Dillsboro, IN?

Dillsboro is served primarily by South Dearborn Community Sch Corp. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Dillsboro?

The median household income in Dillsboro, IN is $46,510 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Dillsboro, IN?

Dillsboro has an average high temperature of 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Dillsboro, IN affordable or expensive?

Dillsboro's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dillsboro is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $122,500 and the median rent is $849 per month.

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

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

Is Dillsboro, IN a Good Place to Live?

Dillsboro is a small town of 1,737 in Indiana, with a median household income of $46,510 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Dillsboro 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: 94.1

Dillsboro's overall cost of living index is 94.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dillsboro costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dillsboro, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$122,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$849	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,510	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Dillsboro is served primarily by South Dearborn Community Sch Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dillsboro, IN	National Avg
School District	South Dearborn Community Sch Corp	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dillsboro sees average highs of 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 47.9 inches of annual precipitation and 15.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dillsboro, IN
Average High — January	36.6°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	47.9"
Annual Snowfall	15.9"

Demographics

Metric	Dillsboro, IN	National Avg
Population	1,737	—
Median Age	44.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	18.8%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Elrod, IN 6 mi Moores Hill, IN 7 mi Milan, IN 8 mi Aurora, IN 9 mi Cross Plains, IN 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Dillsboro

Dillsboro, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47018

Dillsboro vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillsboro, IN affordable or expensive?

Dillsboro's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dillsboro roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $122,500 and median rent is $849/month.

What is the crime rate in Dillsboro, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Dillsboro?

Public schools in Dillsboro are operated by South Dearborn Community Sch Corp. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 12.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dillsboro, IN a good place to live?

Dillsboro, IN has a population of 1,737, a median household income of $46,510, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 Dillsboro?

Dillsboro averages 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.9 inches with about 15.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dillsboro?

Dillsboro, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47018.

What is the population of Dillsboro?

The population of Dillsboro, Indiana is 1,737 with a median age of 44.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dillsboro?

Key numbers for living in Dillsboro: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $122,500, median household income $46,510, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dillsboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.