Carbon, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
293 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$619 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clay County
2
Terre Haute Metro Area
1
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clay County
2
Terre Haute Metro Area
3
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 27
Feb 3 5 31
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, IN State Senate District 38, IN State House District 42, IN
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Schools

Van Buren Elementary School
3 miles, S • 4.6 star
East Side Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Meridian Street Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

DePauw University
14 miles, E • 3.7 star
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
14 miles, W • 4.6 star
Indiana State University
18 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Clay Hospital Inc
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Putnam County Hospital
14 miles, E • 3.2 star
Union Hospital Clinton
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Union Hospital Inc
18 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
44 miles, E • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
110 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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