What are the schools like in Independence, IN?

School district data for Independence is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Independence?

The median household income in Independence, IN is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

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

Q: Is Independence, IN affordable or expensive?

Independence's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Independence is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Q: What is the weather like in Independence, IN?

Independence has an average high temperature of 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.3 inches.

Is Independence, IN a Good Place to Live?

Independence is a small town of 24 in Indiana, with a median household income of N/A . Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Independence stands out for an affordable cost of living.

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

All Independence 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: 91.5

Independence's overall cost of living index is 91.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Independence costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Independence, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Independence, IN	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	0.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Independence sees average highs of 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation and 23.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Independence, IN
Average High — January	33.0°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	23.3"

Demographics

Metric	Independence, IN	National Avg
Population	24	—
Median Age	N/A	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	0.0%	22.2%
65 and over	0.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Independence vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Independence, IN affordable or expensive?

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

What is the crime rate in Independence, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Independence?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Independence, IN a good place to live?

Independence, IN has a population of 24, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Independence?

Independence averages 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches with about 23.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Independence?

The population of Independence, Indiana is 24. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Independence?

Key numbers for living in Independence: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income N/A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Independence side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.