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Santa Claus, Indiana

Santa Claus, Indiana, in Spencer county, is 26 miles NE of Owensboro, Kentucky (center to center) and 63 miles W of Louisville, Kentucky. The town has a population of 2,041.

The People and Families of Santa Claus

In Santa Claus, about 80% of adults are married. There's no shortage of married couples in Santa Claus. "Full house" describes much of the households in the town, with the many large families there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Santa Claus had a median family income of $61,991. Santa Claus is full of successful families and individuals. The town has a large middle class. Santa Claus isn't a place with a large population of people in poverty. The town benefits from its educated workforce.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Santa Claus residents, with $2,050. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Santa Claus Housing

In Santa Claus, 88% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, Santa Claus may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young. The town has higher property taxes than most places in Indiana, which provides more money for local schools and services.

Commuting

In Santa Claus, 97% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophySanta Claus Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Santa Claus People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Santa Claus College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Santa Claus Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Santa Claus, IN

Comparing Santa Claus 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 Old87
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Women64
Well-Paid Single Men64
Female Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity45
Age of the Population35
Senior Citizens22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size910

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work86
Public Transportation Use78
Working at Home45
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals21
Affordability of Rents11
People Living Alone11
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