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Edinburgh, Indiana

Edinburgh, Indiana, in Johnson county, is 30 miles S of Indianapolis, Indiana. Part of the surrounding Indianapolis metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Edinburgh is home to some 4,505 residents.

The People and Families of Edinburgh

In Edinburgh, about 57% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Edinburgh had a median family income of $40,511.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($225) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Edinburgh. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Edinburgh Housing

According to the 2000 census, 64% of the housing in Edinburgh was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Edinburgh, 89% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the town it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Edinburgh let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Edinburgh strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Edinburgh Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Edinburgh, IN

Comparing Edinburgh to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population89
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Well-Paid Single Men64
Female Share of the Population32
Age of the Population34
Racial Diversity33
Senior Citizens22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size66
Portion of People Married55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better54
Median Family Income54
People Above Poverty53
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times99
Working at Home11
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
People Living Alone66
Affordability of Property Taxes63
Housing Recently Built57
Affordability of Rents56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

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