What are the schools like in Paoli, IN?

Paoli is served primarily by Paoli Community School Corp. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1.

What is the median household income in Paoli?

The median household income in Paoli, IN is $36,858 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

What is the weather like in Paoli, IN?

Paoli has an average high temperature of 40.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 12.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Paoli, IN affordable or expensive?

Paoli's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Paoli is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,600 and the median rent is $739 per month.

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

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

Is Paoli, IN a Good Place to Live?

Paoli is a small town of 3,286 in Indiana, with a median household income of $36,858 and a 4.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

All Paoli 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: 90.4

Paoli's overall cost of living index is 90.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Paoli costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Paoli, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$739	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,858	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Paoli is served primarily by Paoli Community School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Paoli, IN	National Avg
School District	Paoli Community School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Paoli sees average highs of 40.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 12.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Paoli, IN
Average High — January	40.2°F
Average High — July	86.6°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	12.8"

Demographics

Metric	Paoli, IN	National Avg
Population	3,286	—
Median Age	36.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	22.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Paoli

Paoli, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47454

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paoli, IN affordable or expensive?

Paoli's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Paoli roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,600 and median rent is $739/month.

What is the crime rate in Paoli, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Paoli?

Public schools in Paoli are operated by Paoli Community School Corp. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1. 10.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Paoli, IN a good place to live?

Paoli, IN has a population of 3,286, a median household income of $36,858, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. 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 Paoli?

Paoli averages 40.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 12.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Paoli?

Paoli, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47454.

What is the population of Paoli?

The population of Paoli, Indiana is 3,286 with a median age of 36.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Paoli?

Key numbers for living in Paoli: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $99,600, median household income $36,858, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Paoli side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.