What are the schools like in Dunkirk, IN?

Dunkirk is served primarily by Jay School Corporation. The district operates 5 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Dunkirk?

The median household income in Dunkirk, IN is $42,857 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Dunkirk, IN?

Dunkirk has an average high temperature of 33.1°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Dunkirk, IN affordable or expensive?

Dunkirk's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dunkirk is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,300 and the median rent is $792 per month.

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

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

Is Dunkirk, IN a Good Place to Live?

Dunkirk is a small town of 1,792 in Indiana, with a median household income of $42,857 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Dunkirk 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: 88.8

Dunkirk's overall cost of living index is 88.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dunkirk costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dunkirk, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$792	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,857	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Dunkirk is served primarily by Jay School Corporation. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dunkirk, IN	National Avg
School District	Jay School Corporation	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dunkirk sees average highs of 33.1°F in January and 83.2°F in July, with 41.7 inches of annual precipitation and 32.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dunkirk, IN
Average High — January	33.1°F
Average High — July	83.2°F
Annual Precipitation	41.7"
Annual Snowfall	32.2"

Demographics

Metric	Dunkirk, IN	National Avg
Population	1,792	—
Median Age	44.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.2%	22.2%
65 and over	18.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Redkey, IN 3 mi Millgrove, IN 4 mi Albany, IN 5 mi Fairview, IN 5 mi Eaton, IN 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Dunkirk

Dunkirk, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47336

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dunkirk, IN affordable or expensive?

Dunkirk's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dunkirk roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,300 and median rent is $792/month.

What is the crime rate in Dunkirk, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Dunkirk?

Public schools in Dunkirk are operated by Jay School Corporation. The district has 5 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 7.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dunkirk, IN a good place to live?

Dunkirk, IN has a population of 1,792, a median household income of $42,857, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. 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 Dunkirk?

Dunkirk averages 33.1°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.7 inches with about 32.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dunkirk?

Dunkirk, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47336.

What is the population of Dunkirk?

The population of Dunkirk, Indiana is 1,792 with a median age of 44.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dunkirk?

Key numbers for living in Dunkirk: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $65,300, median household income $42,857, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dunkirk side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.