What are the schools like in Veedersburg, IN?

Veedersburg is served primarily by Southeast Fountain School Corp. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Veedersburg?

The median household income in Veedersburg, IN is $48,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.0%.

What is the weather like in Veedersburg, IN?

Veedersburg has an average high temperature of 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Veedersburg, IN affordable or expensive?

Veedersburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Veedersburg is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $94,200 and the median rent is $857 per month.

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

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

Is Veedersburg, IN a Good Place to Live?

Veedersburg is a small town of 1,948 in Indiana, with a median household income of $48,750 and a 9.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Veedersburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Veedersburg 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: 91.3

Veedersburg's overall cost of living index is 91.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Veedersburg costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Veedersburg, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$94,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$857	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Veedersburg is served primarily by Southeast Fountain School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Veedersburg, IN	National Avg
School District	Southeast Fountain School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Veedersburg sees average highs of 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation and 23.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Veedersburg, IN
Average High — January	33.0°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	23.3"

Demographics

Metric	Veedersburg, IN	National Avg
Population	1,948	—
Median Age	47.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.3%	22.2%
65 and over	22.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Veedersburg

Veedersburg, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veedersburg, IN affordable or expensive?

Veedersburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Veedersburg roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $94,200 and median rent is $857/month.

What is the crime rate in Veedersburg, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Veedersburg?

Public schools in Veedersburg are operated by Southeast Fountain School Corp. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 7.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Veedersburg, IN a good place to live?

Veedersburg, IN has a population of 1,948, a median household income of $48,750, and an unemployment rate of 9.0%. 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 Veedersburg?

Veedersburg averages 33.0°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches with about 23.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Veedersburg?

Veedersburg, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47987.

What is the population of Veedersburg?

The population of Veedersburg, Indiana is 1,948 with a median age of 47.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Veedersburg?

Key numbers for living in Veedersburg: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $94,200, median household income $48,750, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Veedersburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.