What are the schools like in Lynn, IN?

Lynn is served primarily by Randolph Southern School Corp. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Lynn?

The median household income in Lynn, IN is $43,864 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.0%.

What is the weather like in Lynn, IN?

Lynn has an average high temperature of 33.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Lynn, IN affordable or expensive?

Lynn's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lynn is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $77,700 and the median rent is $614 per month.

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

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

Is Lynn, IN a Good Place to Live?

Lynn is a small town of 1,120 in Indiana, with a median household income of $43,864 and a 9.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lynn is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lynn 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: 87.7

Lynn's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lynn costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lynn, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$77,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$614	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,864	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Lynn is served primarily by Randolph Southern School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lynn, IN	National Avg
School District	Randolph Southern School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lynn sees average highs of 33.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July, with 42.7 inches of annual precipitation and 25.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lynn, IN
Average High — January	33.2°F
Average High — July	82.8°F
Annual Precipitation	42.7"
Annual Snowfall	25.1"

Demographics

Metric	Lynn, IN	National Avg
Population	1,120	—
Median Age	42.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.3%	22.2%
65 and over	20.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Spartanburg, IN 5 mi Fountain City, IN 7 mi Williamsburg, IN 7 mi Hollansburg, OH 9 mi Winchester, IN 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Lynn

Lynn, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47355

Lynn vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lynn, IN affordable or expensive?

Lynn's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lynn roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $77,700 and median rent is $614/month.

What is the crime rate in Lynn, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Lynn?

Public schools in Lynn are operated by Randolph Southern School Corp. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 6.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lynn, IN a good place to live?

Lynn, IN has a population of 1,120, a median household income of $43,864, and an unemployment rate of 9.0%. 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 Lynn?

Lynn averages 33.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.7 inches with about 25.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lynn?

Lynn, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47355.

What is the population of Lynn?

The population of Lynn, Indiana is 1,120 with a median age of 42.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lynn?

Key numbers for living in Lynn: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $77,700, median household income $43,864, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lynn side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.