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Is Jeffersonville a Good Place to Live? Jeffersonville, Indiana: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Jeffersonville ranks #558 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #251 of 524 smaller cities and #9 of 21 in Indiana. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437) and fast population growth (+2.1%, #43 of 468), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
Jeffersonville by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Jeffersonville's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville's cost of living index is 93.1, 7% below the US level of 100 and #382 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,148/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $253,784, 2% below the typical Indiana home ($260,095).
| Measure | Jeffersonville | IndianaIN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 93.1#382 of 1,308 | 92 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $253,784#260 of 1,187 | $260,095 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,298/mo#163 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $216,800#284 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,148/mo#385 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.1x#230 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 19.4%#378 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Indiana is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Jeffersonville housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Jeffersonville is in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro.
Indiana housing market →Is Jeffersonville safe?
Jeffersonville recorded 330 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 12% below the US rate of 373 and 9% below Indiana's 361. That ranks #600 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #267 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Jeffersonville Police Department. Property crime runs 1,695 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Jeffersonville | IndianaIN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 330#600 of 1,083 | 361 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 1,695#572 of 1,083 | 1,963 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Indiana is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Jeffersonville?
The median household in Jeffersonville earns $70,930, 8% below the US figure of $76,827 and 8% above Indiana ($65,870). Unemployment is 3.6% (US 4.2%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 2.1% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Jeffersonville | IndianaIN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $70,930#798 of 1,312 | $65,870 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 3.6%#297 of 1,058 | 3.5% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 11.2%#585 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +2.1%#93 of 1,132 | +0.6% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Indiana is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Jeffersonville?
The median resident of Jeffersonville is 39.5 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 28.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #868 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Jeffersonville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 39.5 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 28.2%#868 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 72% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Jeffersonville's schools and health?
Jeffersonville's 9 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (Indiana 87%), with 16.1 students per teacher and $11,695 spent per pupil. 45% of adults are obese and 12.9% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Jeffersonville | IndianaIN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 96%#29 of 1,063 | 87% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 16.1#646 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $11,695#994 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 45%#1286 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 12.9%#933 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 17.9%#840 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 8.4%#432 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Indiana is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 6,709 students are enrolled in Jeffersonville's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Jeffersonville?
The average commute in Jeffersonville is 20 minutes (Indiana 22); 0.2% of workers take transit and 13.5% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Jeffersonville scores 10.1 of 20 (below average walkable), #684 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 77.8°F and winters 37.3°F, with 48 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Jeffersonville | IndianaIN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 20 min#341 of 1,312 | 22 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 2.9%#171 of 1,312 | 6% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 74.6% | 78.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1.5% | 2% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 10.1#684 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Indiana is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43.3 | 25.9 | 3.5 |
| Feb | 47.6 | 29.2 | 3.5 |
| Mar | 56.6 | 36.6 | 4.5 |
| Apr | 68.9 | 47.2 | 4.8 |
| May | 76.9 | 58.4 | 4.8 |
| Jun | 85.4 | 65.8 | 4.4 |
| Jul | 88.9 | 69.7 | 3.5 |
| Aug | 88 | 68.8 | 3.3 |
| Sep | 81.8 | 61.5 | 3.9 |
| Oct | 70.3 | 49.7 | 3.5 |
| Nov | 56.8 | 38 | 3.8 |
| Dec | 47.1 | 30.8 | 4.5 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Louisville Mcalpine.
| Measure | Jeffersonville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 58°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 77.8°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 37.3°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 48 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Louisville Mcalpine.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Jeffersonville?
Clark County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 58% of measured days were rated good; 3 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Clark County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, tornado, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, lower than 53% of US counties.
| Measure | Jeffersonville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 46#700 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 3#572 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.15%#646 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Clark County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Clark County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.01% | 80% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.017% | 79% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0052% | 76% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.096% | 66% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Jeffersonville compare with similar-size cities?
Jeffersonville is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #251 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 51,043.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, INPop. 51,043 | #558 | 57.2 | $70,930 | $1,148/mo | 330 | 20 min |
| Country Club, FLPop. 51,296 | #1146 | 46.8 | $75,212 | $1,899/mo | no data | 35.6 min |
| Hoffman Estates, ILPop. 51,175 | #112 | 68.0 | $106,806 | $1,734/mo | 75 | 28.5 min |
| Grapevine, TXPop. 51,139 | #368 | 60.6 | $111,376 | $1,863/mo | 165 | 22.3 min |
| Troy, NYPop. 51,033 | #471 | 58.6 | $58,477 | $1,175/mo | 345 | 21.1 min |
| El Dorado Hills, CAPop. 51,026 | #211 | 64.2 | $165,349 | $2,552/mo | no data | 32 min |
| Milford, CTPop. 51,023 | #71 | 69.3 | $111,201 | $1,882/mo | 71 | 25.3 min |
| Levittown, PAPop. 50,926 | #299 | 62.1 | $105,071 | $1,556/mo | no data | 27.9 min |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OHPop. 50,909 | #575 | 57.0 | $72,705 | $1,038/mo | 228 | 21.6 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Jeffersonville compare with the rest of Indiana?
Jeffersonville ranks #9 of the 21 Indiana cities we track, with a score of 57.2 against Indiana's statewide 50.7. Its households earn 8% above the Indiana median. Violent crime is 9% below the statewide rate. Homes are 2% below the typical Indiana home.
| City | Rank in IN | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel, INPop. 101,651 | #1 | 73.1 | $141,505 | $1,712/mo | 51 |
| Westfield, INPop. 54,677 | #2 | 72.7 | $122,789 | $1,667/mo | 66 |
| Fishers, INPop. 102,337 | #3 | 70.7 | $130,203 | $1,611/mo | 78 |
| Noblesville, INPop. 73,362 | #4 | 66.6 | $104,047 | $1,389/mo | 71 |
| Greenwood, INPop. 66,029 | #5 | 60.4 | $83,608 | $1,312/mo | 142 |
| Columbus, INPop. 51,824 | #6 | 59.6 | $77,456 | $1,157/mo | 88 |
| Bloomington, INPop. 80,049 | #7 | 57.9 | $50,465 | $1,200/mo | 293 |
| Lafayette, INPop. 71,159 | #8 | 57.7 | $53,716 | $1,079/mo | 396 |
| Jeffersonville, INPop. 51,043 | #9 | 57.2 | $70,930 | $1,148/mo | 330 |
| Fort Wayne, INPop. 268,589 | #10 | 56.7 | $61,422 | $999/mo | 275 |
| Mishawaka, INPop. 51,021 | #11 | 53.7 | $54,291 | $1,070/mo | 306 |
| Elkhart, INPop. 53,733 | #12 | 52.8 | $51,028 | $998/mo | 220 |
| South Bend, INPop. 103,085 | #13 | 52.2 | $55,786 | $1,033/mo | 453 |
| Indianapolis, INPop. 885,860 | #14 | 50.9 | $66,219 | $1,156/mo | 769 |
| Anderson, INPop. 55,367 | #15 | 50.4 | $46,909 | $925/mo | 410 |
| Muncie, INPop. 64,751 | #16 | 49.8 | $44,471 | $904/mo | 485 |
| Kokomo, INPop. 59,122 | #17 | 48.8 | $55,360 | $939/mo | 477 |
| Terre Haute, INPop. 58,427 | #18 | 47.6 | $43,126 | $922/mo | 494 |
| Evansville, INPop. 116,116 | #19 | 45.1 | $53,387 | $975/mo | 1,087 |
| Hammond, INPop. 76,768 | #20 | 44.6 | $55,504 | $1,134/mo | 589 |
| Gary, INPop. 68,113 | #21 | 31.1 | $38,731 | $1,012/mo | 1,393 |
All 21 Indiana cities we track, by overall score. Indiana statewide: median income $65,870, violent crime 361 per 100,000.
How is Jeffersonville's score calculated?
Jeffersonville scores 57.2 out of 100, #558 of 1,312 (grade B, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Indiana's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Jeffersonville. Similar-size median 55.5.
53.3 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Jeffersonville's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
73.6 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Jeffersonville. Similar-size median 58.9.
35.1 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Jeffersonville's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
61.2 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Jeffersonville's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
78.7 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Jeffersonville. Similar-size median 56.1.
50.4 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Jeffersonville. Similar-size median 42.4.
63.6 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Jeffersonville. Similar-size median 50.0.
51.7 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Jeffersonville's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
47.9 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
50.3 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Jeffersonville's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Jeffersonville has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Jeffersonville
Is Jeffersonville, IN a good place to live?
Jeffersonville ranks #558 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #251 of 524 smaller cities and #9 of 21 in Indiana. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437) and fast population growth (+2.1%, #43 of 468), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
What is the cost of living in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville's cost of living index is 93.1, 7% below the US level of 100 and #382 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,148/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $253,784, 2% below the typical Indiana home ($260,095).
What is the crime rate in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville recorded 330 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 12% below the US rate of 373 and 9% below Indiana's 361. That ranks #600 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #267 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Jeffersonville Police Department. Property crime runs 1,695 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Jeffersonville?
The median household in Jeffersonville earns $70,930, 8% below the US figure of $76,827 and 8% above Indiana ($65,870). Unemployment is 3.6% (US 4.2%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 2.1% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Jeffersonville?
Median rent in Jeffersonville is $1,148/mo (Census), #385 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,298/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 19.4% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Jeffersonville?
Zillow's typical home value in Jeffersonville is $253,784, up 1.5% in a year, against $260,095 for Indiana and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $216,800.
How are the public schools in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville's 9 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (Indiana 87%), with 16.1 students per teacher and $11,695 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Jeffersonville?
The average commute is 20 minutes, #341 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 22 minutes across Indiana. 2.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville averages 58°F over the year, 77.8°F in summer and 37.3°F in winter, with 48 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Jeffersonville walkable?
Jeffersonville scores 10.1 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #684 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Jeffersonville at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Clark County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, tornado, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, lower than 53% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Jeffersonville?
Clark County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 58% of measured days were rated good; 3 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville has 51,043 residents. The median resident of Jeffersonville is 39.5 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 28.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #868 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Jeffersonville compare with the rest of Indiana?
Jeffersonville ranks #9 of the 21 Indiana cities we track, with a score of 57.2 against Indiana's statewide 50.7. Its households earn 8% above the Indiana median. Violent crime is 9% below the statewide rate. Homes are 2% below the typical Indiana home.
What cities are similar in size to Jeffersonville?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Jeffersonville's population of 51,043 are Country Club, FL (#1146 overall), Hoffman Estates, IL (#112 overall), Grapevine, TX (#368 overall), Troy, NY (#471 overall), and El Dorado Hills, CA (#211 overall). Jeffersonville is #558.