What are the schools like in Ridgeville, IN?

Ridgeville is served primarily by Randolph Central School Corp. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Ridgeville?

The median household income in Ridgeville, IN is $40,833 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.

What is the weather like in Ridgeville, IN?

Ridgeville has an average high temperature of 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Ridgeville, IN affordable or expensive?

Ridgeville's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ridgeville is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $47,300 and the median rent is $750 per month.

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

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

Is Ridgeville, IN a Good Place to Live?

Ridgeville is a small town of 573 in Indiana, with a median household income of $40,833 and a 3.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

All Ridgeville 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: 86.8

Ridgeville's overall cost of living index is 86.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ridgeville costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ridgeville, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$47,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$750	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,833	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Ridgeville is served primarily by Randolph Central School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ridgeville, IN	National Avg
School District	Randolph Central School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ridgeville sees average highs of 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July, with 39.5 inches of annual precipitation and 25.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ridgeville, IN
Average High — January	34.6°F
Average High — July	84.4°F
Annual Precipitation	39.5"
Annual Snowfall	25.1"

Demographics

Metric	Ridgeville, IN	National Avg
Population	573	—
Median Age	46.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.9%	22.2%
65 and over	21.6%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Ridgeville

Ridgeville, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47380

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ridgeville, IN affordable or expensive?

Ridgeville's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ridgeville roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $47,300 and median rent is $750/month.

What is the crime rate in Ridgeville, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Ridgeville?

Public schools in Ridgeville are operated by Randolph Central School Corp. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 5.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ridgeville, IN a good place to live?

Ridgeville, IN has a population of 573, a median household income of $40,833, and an unemployment rate of 3.8%. 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 Ridgeville?

Ridgeville averages 34.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.5 inches with about 25.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ridgeville?

Ridgeville, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47380.

What is the population of Ridgeville?

The population of Ridgeville, Indiana is 573 with a median age of 46.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ridgeville?

Key numbers for living in Ridgeville: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $47,300, median household income $40,833, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ridgeville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.