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Relocation guide

Moving to Evansville

What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.

Population

116,441

Median age 38.1

Median household income

$52,251

Median rent

$949/mo

Median home value

$129,100

Schools

43

3 districts

Summer high / winter low

89° / 26°

Pros

  • Homes cost 57% less than the US median ($129,100).
  • Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income.
  • Mild weather in April, September, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
  • 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.

Cons

  • Household incomes are 33% below the US median ($52,251).

Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.

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Where in Evansville?

Evansville spans 6 zip codes. Median home values range from $85,200 to $241,400 by zip.

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Questions

Is Evansville a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Homes cost 57% less than the US median ($129,100). Rent takes only about 22% of the median household income. On the other hand: Household incomes are 33% below the US median ($52,251).

How much do I need to earn to live in Evansville?

The median household earns $52,251. Rent at the median ($949/month) is about 22% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $37,960 a year.

How many schools are in Evansville?

43 public and private schools across 3 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.

What is the weather like in Evansville?

Highs average 89°F in July and lows 26°F in January. The most comfortable months are April, September, October.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.

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