Knightsville, IN — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Clay County · Indiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Knightsville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
612
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,096
2023
Median Home Value
$106,000
2023
Median Rent
$935
2023
Median Age
55.1
Unemployment
5.5%
Cost of Living Index
81.6
100 = national avg
Knightsville is a city in Clay County, Indiana, with a population of 612 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Knightsville is one of the communities in Indiana.
The median household income in Knightsville is $50,096, and the median home value is $106,000. The cost of living index is 81.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $935 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, and the median age is 55.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
612
Male
340
55.6%
Female
272
44.4%
Median Age
55.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
7.5%
High School or Higher
48.4%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
9.6%
Married
42.8%
Avg Household Size
1.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.111
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
94.1%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
586
English Only
100.0%
#1 Non-English Language
N/A
Limited English
0.0%
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
59
9.6% of population
Disability Rate
13.6%
8 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$48,403
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
56
94.9%
Female Veterans
3
5.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$48,403
Non-Veteran Income
$27,695
Difference
$20,708
74.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
8
Without Disability
51
Disability Rate
13.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
362
#1 Ancestry
American
21.7% (133)
#2 Ancestry
English
15.5% (95)
#3 Ancestry
German
9.8% (60)
Top 10 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
271
Family Households
126
46.5%
Married Couples
110
40.6%
Non-Family Households
145
53.5%
Single Mother Households
4
1.5%
Single Father Households
12
4.4%
Living Alone
125
46.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
68
In Married Couple
63
92.6%
With Single Mother
0
0.0%
With Single Father
5
7.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$86,563
Married Couple Income
$87,031
Avg Family Size
1.9
Avg Non-Family Size
1.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,096
-32% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,407
-18% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.8%
-42% vs national
Gini Index
0.3241
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.5%
+5% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.9%
of households
How Knightsville Compares
Knightsville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Knightsville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Knightsville, IN has a median household income of $50,096, making it the 21,325th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher median household income than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Knightsville, IN has a per capita income of $30,407, making it the 16,828th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher per capita income than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Knightsville, IN has a poverty rate of 7.8%, making it the 19,625th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher poverty rate than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Knightsville, IN has a unemployment rate of 5.5%, making it the 10,469th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher unemployment rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Knightsville. The median household income here is $50,096.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
+21% vs IN avg
Labor Force
257
Employed
243
How People Get to Work
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
7.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
55.1
Work from Home
3.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Terre Haute, IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$92.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
81.6
100 = national avg
-18.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,918
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,897
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$864
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,094
per month
The median household income in Knightsville, IN is $50,096, which is 31.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,407. The poverty rate of 7.8% is lower than the IN state average of 11.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3241, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 257. 7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 87.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 81.6, which is 18.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,918 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$241,500
Median List Price
$239,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$129
Days on Market
71
Active Inventory
1
Months of Supply
1.0
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$129,765
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
33.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
93.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
1
Pending Sales
3
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$129
Median List $/SF
$172
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Knightsville, IN? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Terre Haute, IN metro area, home prices have risen 101.5% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 89.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 55.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 14.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Terre Haute, IN housing market rather than Knightsville alone.
Metro area: Terre Haute, IN
Knightsville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Knightsville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Knightsville, IN has a median home value of $106,000, making it the 21,481st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher median home value than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Knightsville, IN has a median rent of $935, making it the 11,550th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher median rent than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Knightsville, IN has a price per square foot of $129, making it the 14,654th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher price per square foot than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Knightsville, IN has a rent burden of 22.4%, making it the 5,808th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Knightsville has a higher rent burden than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$106,000
Median Rent
$935
Total Housing Units
305
Vacancy Rate
11.2%
Owner Occupied
79.3%
Renter Occupied
20.7%
Median Property Tax
$423
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$642
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$423
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.40%
of home value
Median Home Value
$106,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$511
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($423) by the median home value ($106,000). In Knightsville, IN, this works out to an effective rate of 0.40%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Knightsville, IN is $241,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 71 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $129. The median rent is $935 per month (Census ACS). About 79.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1960. There are 305 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $423. The effective tax rate is 0.40%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
0.00
per 1,000 residents
-100% vs national
Property Crime Rate
0.00
per 1,000 residents
-100% vs national
Total Crimes
0
2023
Violent Clearance
N/A
cases solved
Property Clearance
N/A
cases solved
How Knightsville Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Knightsville vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Knightsville is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBIWeapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Burglary | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
Knightsville, IN reported 0 violent crimes and 0 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 0.00 per 1,000 residents is 100.0% below the national average of 2.70 per 1,000.0
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
27.0
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
37.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
19.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
76.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$1.5M
Individual Assistance
$919K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
23
Total Claims Paid
$539,387
Avg Claim Payout
$23,452
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
2
Federal Funding
$1,048,920
Properties Protected
25
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.68
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $1,048,920 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Knightsville has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, strong wind, winter weather. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 23 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,542,351 in public assistance recovery funding. $919,478 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 2 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
43.3%
7.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.9%
2.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.1%
5.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
44.3%
Arthritis
37.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.9%
Loneliness
34.1%
Lack of Support
23.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.8%
Mobility
21.5%
Cognitive
17.5%
Hearing
11.3%
Vision
7.0%
Self-Care
5.3%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Knightsville has an obesity rate of 43.3%, which is 7.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.9%, 2.4pp above the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 81.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Ascension St Vincent Clay
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Clay | 1.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Putnam County Hospital | 13.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Union Hospital Inc | 16.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Hamilton Center Inc | 16.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Terre Haute Regional Hospital | 21.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
87.1%
+11% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-8% vs national
Work From Home
3.7%
-60% vs national
Carpool
6.2%
Walk
2.1%
How Knightsville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Knightsville, IN covers travel times and transportation modes. 87.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.7% work from home, which is below the IN state average of 5.6%. 6.2% of workers carpool. 2.1% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.7%
of households
No Internet
12.9%
of households
Total Households
271
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.4%
of households
Smartphone
86.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.8%
of households
Tablet
38.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.8¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.4¢
per kWh
-20% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.2¢
per kWh
-31% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$133
residential
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Indiana averages 14.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $133. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Knightsville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
85.6% of households in Knightsville have broadband internet access. 72.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.9% of households have no internet access. 19.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Knightsville is located in Clay County, IN. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Knightsville.
Election Overview
Source: Clay County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
2,495
20.7%
GOP Votes
9,354
77.6%
Total Votes
12,050
Margin
R+56.9%
Shift from 2020
R+0.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,495 | 9,354 | 12,050 | 20.7% | 77.6% | R+56.9 |
| 2020 | 2,552 | 9,499 | 12,267 | 20.8% | 77.4% | R+56.6 |
| 2016 | 2,306 | 8,528 | 11,259 | 20.5% | 75.7% | R+55.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Clay County recorded 12,050 total votes. Republicans won the county with 77.6% of the vote compared to 20.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+56.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Clay County has shifted 1.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
—
Per 10K Residents
32.7
nonprofits
-86.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1988
ruling year
Newest Org
1994
ruling year
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Knightsville, IN has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. That works out to 32.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1988.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
24,223
Avg Median Income
-$148,093,636
Avg Home Value
-$148,036,526
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46171 | 1,980 | $90,125 | $256,900 | N/A | 38.7 |
| 47834 | 18,773 | $66,677 | $135,900 | $866 | 154.2 |
| 47836 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 47837 | 876 | $82,750 | $137,100 | $945 | 31.6 |
| 47840 | 1,903 | $83,421 | $150,700 | $825 | 50.0 |
| 47851 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 47853 | 117 | $60,139 | $134,700 | $945 | 0.1 |
| 47857 | 321 | $58,750 | $98,400 | $623 | 0.5 |
| 47881 | 253 | $48,750 | $90,900 | $850 | 0.1 |
Knightsville, IN has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 24,223. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$148,093,636. The average median home value is -$148,036,526. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,660.
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