What are the schools like in Sims, IN?

Sims is served primarily by Oak Hill United School Corp. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.5:1.

What is the median household income in Sims?

The median household income in Sims, IN is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Sims, IN?

Sims has an average high temperature of 33.0°F in January and 83.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.5 inches.

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

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

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

Is Sims, IN a Good Place to Live?

Sims is a small town of 88 in Indiana, with a median household income of N/A .

Strengths: Sims stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Sims is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sims city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Sims metro area.

Metric	Sims, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$109,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sims is served primarily by Oak Hill United School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sims, IN	National Avg
School District	Oak Hill United School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	0.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sims sees average highs of 33.0°F in January and 83.8°F in July, with 41.8 inches of annual precipitation and 24.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sims, IN
Average High — January	33.0°F
Average High — July	83.8°F
Annual Precipitation	41.8"
Annual Snowfall	24.5"

Demographics

Metric	Sims, IN	National Avg
Population	88	—
Median Age	61.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	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	26.1%	22.2%
65 and over	47.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Sims

Sims, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sims, IN affordable or expensive?

Sims has a median home value of $109,700 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of N/A.

What is the crime rate in Sims, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Sims?

Public schools in Sims are operated by Oak Hill United School Corp. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1. 0.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sims, IN a good place to live?

Sims, IN has a population of 88, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Sims?

Sims averages 33.0°F in January and 83.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.8 inches with about 24.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sims?

Sims, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46986.

What is the population of Sims?

The population of Sims, Indiana is 88 with a median age of 61.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sims?

Key numbers for living in Sims: median home $109,700, median household income N/A, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sims side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.