What are the schools like in Hagerstown, IN?

Hagerstown is served primarily by Nettle Creek School Corporation. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.8:1.

What is the median household income in Hagerstown?

The median household income in Hagerstown, IN is $66,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Hagerstown, IN?

Hagerstown has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Hagerstown, IN affordable or expensive?

Hagerstown's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hagerstown is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $115,000 and the median rent is $812 per month.

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

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

Is Hagerstown, IN a Good Place to Live?

Hagerstown is a small town of 1,932 in Indiana, with a median household income of $66,500 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

All Hagerstown 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: 91.8

Hagerstown's overall cost of living index is 91.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hagerstown costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hagerstown, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$115,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$812	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hagerstown is served primarily by Nettle Creek School Corporation. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hagerstown, IN	National Avg
School District	Nettle Creek School Corporation	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hagerstown sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 82.4°F in July, with 42.6 inches of annual precipitation and 24.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hagerstown, IN
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	82.4°F
Annual Precipitation	42.6"
Annual Snowfall	24.8"

Demographics

Metric	Hagerstown, IN	National Avg
Population	1,932	—
Median Age	33.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	26.7%	22.2%
65 and over	14.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Hagerstown

Hagerstown, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47346

Hagerstown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hagerstown, IN affordable or expensive?

Hagerstown's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hagerstown roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $115,000 and median rent is $812/month.

What is the crime rate in Hagerstown, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Hagerstown?

Public schools in Hagerstown are operated by Nettle Creek School Corporation. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. 16.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hagerstown, IN a good place to live?

Hagerstown, IN has a population of 1,932, a median household income of $66,500, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Hagerstown?

Hagerstown averages 33.8°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.6 inches with about 24.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hagerstown?

Hagerstown, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47346.

What is the population of Hagerstown?

The population of Hagerstown, Indiana is 1,932 with a median age of 33.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hagerstown?

Key numbers for living in Hagerstown: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $115,000, median household income $66,500, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hagerstown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.