Best Places to Live in Muncie (zip 47304), Indiana

Small town/College town - Northeast Indiana, about 60 miles northeast of Indianapolis. June, September and August are the most pleasant months in the 47304 zip code, while January and December are the least comfortable months.

Pros
College-town amenities
Small-town atmosphere
Cost of living and housing

Cons
Employment
Low educational attainment
Winter climate

$1,500

1905 N Glenwood Ave
Bed 4 | Bath 2 | N/A SqFt

$1,600

1516 N Woodridge Ave
Bed 4 | Bath 2 | N/A SqFt

$269,900

9201 W Tulip Tree Dr
Bed 3 | Bath 2 | 2529 SqFt

What Bert Has To Say About Muncie Metro Area

Muncie is an agricultural center with a college-town element and a variety of industries. In the 19th century the Ball family started manufacturing canning jars, and Ball jars are still the world standard. The family business endowed Ball State University, a mid-sized school with an attractive campus and and good reputation. The college-town influence and private endowments bring above-average healthcare and a few arts amenities. The Cost of Living Index is one of the lowest in the state and a good value for what’s available. Housing is also very reasonable.

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QUICK FACTS

Real Estate: For Sale
Country: United States
State: Indiana
County: Delaware County
Metro Area: Muncie Metro Area
Political Ideology: Leaning conservative

City: Muncie
Zip Codes: Muncie (zip 47304)
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 700 ft above sea level

Highlights

ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Muncie (zip 47304) is 4.7% (U.S. avg. is 3.7%). Recent job growth is Positive. Muncie (zip 47304) jobs have increased by 1.1%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Muncie (zip 47304)'s cost of living is 23.2% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Muncie (zip 47304)'s Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

June, September and August are the most pleasant months in the 47304 zip code, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

Delaware county voted Republican in three of the five previous Presidential elections, voting Democratic in 2008 and 2012. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Muncie (zip 47304)'s population is 31,723 people. Since 2010, it has had a population growth of 4.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 19.3 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Muncie (zip 47304) is $124,700. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 12.1%. Check out the homes in the area

SCHOOLS

Muncie (zip 47304) public schools spend $13,660 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 15.6 students per teacher in Muncie (zip 47304). More Education

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#90	2005 Best Places to Live
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Housing Market in Muncie

It's a good time to buy in Muncie. Home Appreciation is up 12.1% in the last 12 months. Browse Muncie Real Estate

The median home price in Muncie is $124,700. Browse Homes in this Range.

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$1,500
1905 N Glenwood Ave
Bed 4 | Bath 2

$1,600
1516 N Woodridge Ave
Bed 4 | Bath 2

$269,900
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Bed 3 | Bath 2

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United States / Indiana / Muncie Metro Area / Delaware County / Muncie / Muncie (zip 47304)