What are the schools like in Roachdale, IN?

Roachdale is served primarily by North Putnam Community Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Roachdale?

The median household income in Roachdale, IN is $63,088 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Roachdale, IN?

Roachdale has an average high temperature of 33.0°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Roachdale, IN affordable or expensive?

Roachdale's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Roachdale is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $116,100 and the median rent is $972 per month.

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

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

Is Roachdale, IN a Good Place to Live?

Roachdale is a small town of 786 in Indiana, with a median household income of $63,088 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Roachdale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Roachdale 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: 94.6

Roachdale's overall cost of living index is 94.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Roachdale costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Roachdale, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$972	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,088	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Roachdale is served primarily by North Putnam Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Roachdale, IN	National Avg
School District	North Putnam Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Roachdale sees average highs of 33.0°F in January and 82.8°F in July, with 44.2 inches of annual precipitation and 21.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Roachdale, IN
Average High — January	33.0°F
Average High — July	82.8°F
Annual Precipitation	44.2"
Annual Snowfall	21.7"

Demographics

Metric	Roachdale, IN	National Avg
Population	786	—
Median Age	32.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.9%	22.2%
65 and over	14.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Roachdale

Roachdale, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46172

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roachdale, IN affordable or expensive?

Roachdale's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Roachdale roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $116,100 and median rent is $972/month.

What is the crime rate in Roachdale, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Roachdale?

Public schools in Roachdale are operated by North Putnam Community Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 20.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Roachdale, IN a good place to live?

Roachdale, IN has a population of 786, a median household income of $63,088, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Roachdale?

Roachdale averages 33.0°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.2 inches with about 21.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Roachdale?

Roachdale, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46172.

What is the population of Roachdale?

The population of Roachdale, Indiana is 786 with a median age of 32.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Roachdale?

Key numbers for living in Roachdale: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $116,100, median household income $63,088, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Roachdale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.