What are the schools like in Redkey, IN?

Redkey is served primarily by Jay School Corporation. The district operates 5 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Redkey?

The median household income in Redkey, IN is $33,846 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Redkey, IN?

Redkey has an average high temperature of 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Redkey, IN affordable or expensive?

Redkey's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Redkey is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $75,000 and the median rent is $769 per month.

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

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

Is Redkey, IN a Good Place to Live?

Redkey is a small town of 1,547 in Indiana, with a median household income of $33,846 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Redkey 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: 89.3

Redkey's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Redkey costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Redkey, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$75,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$769	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,846	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Redkey is served primarily by Jay School Corporation. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Redkey, IN	National Avg
School District	Jay School Corporation	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Redkey sees average highs of 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July, with 41.4 inches of annual precipitation and 20.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Redkey, IN
Average High — January	34.6°F
Average High — July	84.4°F
Annual Precipitation	41.4"
Annual Snowfall	20.9"

Demographics

Metric	Redkey, IN	National Avg
Population	1,547	—
Median Age	31.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	34.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Redkey

Redkey, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47373

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redkey, IN affordable or expensive?

Redkey's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Redkey roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $75,000 and median rent is $769/month.

What is the crime rate in Redkey, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Redkey?

Public schools in Redkey are operated by Jay School Corporation. The district has 5 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 10.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Redkey, IN a good place to live?

Redkey, IN has a population of 1,547, a median household income of $33,846, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Redkey?

Redkey averages 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.4 inches with about 20.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Redkey?

Redkey, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47373.

What is the population of Redkey?

The population of Redkey, Indiana is 1,547 with a median age of 31.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Redkey?

Key numbers for living in Redkey: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $75,000, median household income $33,846, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Redkey side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.