What are the schools like in Marengo, IN?

Marengo is served primarily by Crawford County Community Sch Corp. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.0:1.

What is the median household income in Marengo?

The median household income in Marengo, IN is $36,944 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Marengo, IN?

Marengo has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 12.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Marengo, IN affordable or expensive?

Marengo's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marengo is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $75,900 and the median rent is $630 per month.

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

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

Is Marengo, IN a Good Place to Live?

Marengo is a small town of 797 in Indiana, with a median household income of $36,944 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

All Marengo 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: 87.8

Marengo's overall cost of living index is 87.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marengo costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Marengo, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$75,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$630	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	38.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,944	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Marengo is served primarily by Crawford County Community Sch Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Marengo, IN	National Avg
School District	Crawford County Community Sch Corp	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marengo sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 87.9°F in July, with 52.9 inches of annual precipitation and 12.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marengo, IN
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	87.9°F
Annual Precipitation	52.9"
Annual Snowfall	12.8"

Demographics

Metric	Marengo, IN	National Avg
Population	797	—
Median Age	41.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.1%	6.3%
Under 18	20.5%	22.2%
65 and over	17.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Milltown, IN 4 mi English, IN 7 mi Depauw, IN 7 mi Hardinsburg, IN 8 mi Grantsburg, IN 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Marengo

Marengo, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47140

Marengo vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marengo, IN affordable or expensive?

Marengo's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Marengo roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $75,900 and median rent is $630/month.

What is the crime rate in Marengo, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Marengo?

Public schools in Marengo are operated by Crawford County Community Sch Corp. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1. 5.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marengo, IN a good place to live?

Marengo, IN has a population of 797, a median household income of $36,944, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. 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 Marengo?

Marengo averages 42.7°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.9 inches with about 12.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marengo?

Marengo, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47140.

What is the population of Marengo?

The population of Marengo, Indiana is 797 with a median age of 41.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marengo?

Key numbers for living in Marengo: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $75,900, median household income $36,944, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marengo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.