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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Indiana
    2. Henry County

    Major cities or towns:

    New Castle
    Middletown
    Knightstown
    Henry County, Indiana is a rural county located in the east-central part of the state. The county has a temperate continental climate with four distinct seasons. The population is around 50,000 and the median age is slightly higher than the national average. The economy is primarily driven by manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics, with some job opportunities in healthcare and retail. Cost of living is below the national average, but the housing market can be limited. The public school system provides K-12 education, while higher education options are limited to a few community colleges. Healthcare facilities include a county hospital and several clinics. Cultural attractions are modest, focusing on local history and the arts, while outdoor recreation centers around parks, lakes, and trails. Transportation relies heavily on personal vehicles, as public transit is minimal. Crime rates are generally lower than national averages, contributing to a safe, small-town atmosphere. Overall, Henry County offers a quiet, affordable lifestyle, though amenities and job diversity may be more limited compared to urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    48K

    Ethnicity %

    White
    94
    Black
    3
    Asian
    0
    Hispanic
    2

    Median Age

    42.1

    Density

    5 of 10

    126 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.1

    Religious

    29%

    Foreign Born

    6%

    Veterans

    6.4%

    Adult Smokers

    23%

    Adult Obesity

    42%

    Uninsured

    8%

    Excessive Drinking

    19%

    Poverty Rate

    12.2%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    4 hours winter dailyPartly sunny

    Summer average temp

    89°F

    Winter max temp

    39°F

    Precipitation

    40 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    18.3 (avg)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Moderate

    Hurricane risk

    Very Low

    Crime

    Rank: 3.4 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    3 (1.7)

    Property

    4 (17)

    Assault

    3 (1.4)

    Larceny (theft)

    3 (10)

    Robbery

    2 (0.1)

    Burglary

    5 (5.3)

    Rape

    3 (0.23)

    Auto Theft

    5 (1.7)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    5 (0.23)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    10%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Red (Republican)

    Abortion laws

    Illegal, limited exceptions

    Marijuana laws

    Illegal

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    26%

    Republican

    72%

    State Tax Burden

    8.15%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.995

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $51,184

    Unemployment

    1.8%

    Employment

    60.3%

    Hours worked

    41.6

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    2.7 / 10

    Water Area

    0.5%

    Near park?

    72%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    Not near mountains

    Tree Area

    9%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    71%

    Median Home Price

    $161K

    Average Rent

    $2,008

    Internet over 25mbps

    79%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    37

    Cycling

    38

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    <2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    27

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    8 of 10  

    (avg: 0.13)

    College graduates

    16%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown