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Linton, IN


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Linton, Indiana

Linton, Indiana, in Greene county, is 32 miles SE of Terre Haute, Indiana (center to center) and 74 miles SW of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city contains a population of approximately 5,774.

The People and Families of Linton

In Linton, about 53% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Linton, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Linton boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Linton had a median family income of $36,138.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Linton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,125. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Linton Housing

Linton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 71% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for Indiana. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Linton the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Linton, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Linton Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Linton Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Linton, IN

Comparing Linton 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
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population910
Female Share of the Population99
Children Under 5 Years Old54
Well-Paid Single Men32
Male Share of the Population22
Racial Diversity15

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married43
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty43
People in Middle Class or Better32
Median Family Income21
College Educated Adults13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work88
Working at Home56
Short Commute Times22
Public Transportation Use26

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Affordability of Property Taxes109
Affordability of Rents99
Seasonal and Vacation Housing77
Housing Recently Built47
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals46

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