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Palmyra, IN


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Palmyra, Indiana

Palmyra, Indiana is 21 miles NW of Louisville, Kentucky. It is in Harrison county. The town is part of the Louisville metro area. The population of Palmyra is 633.

The People and Families of Palmyra

In Palmyra, about 61% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Palmyra had a median family income of $42,083.

Political Inclinations

Among Palmyra political contributors, George W. Bush was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $525. The Republican party attracted the largest share of donations from the town.

Palmyra Housing

Of the housing in Palmyra, approximately 82% is occupied by their owners. Newer housing units are not uncommon in the town.

Commuting

In Palmyra, 92% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of Palmyra, IN

Comparing Palmyra 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
Children Under 5 Years Old86
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men75
Well-Paid Single Women64
Senior Citizens45
Female Share of the Population44
Age of the Population34
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married88
Average Household Size88

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty76
People in Middle Class or Better76
Median Family Income65
College Educated Adults45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work76
Public Transportation Use66
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes88
Housing Recently Built79
People Living Alone66
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Affordability of Rents33
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22
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