Richmond

IN

Wayne County, Indiana

Population 66K |Median income $55,692 |2 hospitals

Population
66,397
Wayne County
Median Income
$55,692
-18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$140,200
-38% vs avg
Median Age
41
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
66K-3%
Median Income
$55,692+45%
Median Home Value
$140,200+49%
Poverty Rate
17.9%-18%
Unemployment
5.4%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$815/mo
Poverty Rate
17.9% +26% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.5%
Work From Home 6.9%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 86.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.7%
African American 3.9%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40.9%
Short Sleep Duration
39.5%
Obesity
37.9%
Physical Inactivity
28.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.3%
Current Smoking
19.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.8%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Diabetes
14.7%
Current Asthma
11.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.5%
Annual Checkup 80.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.3%
Stroke
4.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
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Alerts & News — Richmond Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Richmond, IN? ▼
Richmond, IN has a population of 66,397 people, located in Wayne County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Richmond? ▼
The median household income in Richmond, IN is $55,692 per year. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
What is the median home value in Richmond? ▼
The median home value in Richmond, IN is $140,200. Median rent is $815/month.
What are the top health concerns in Richmond? ▼
The top health indicators in Richmond include High Blood Pressure (40.9%), Short Sleep Duration (39.5%), Obesity (37.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Richmond? ▼
Richmond has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Richmond? ▼
The median age in Richmond, IN is 41 years. 20.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Richmond, IN is located in Wayne County, Indiana. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $55,692, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Richmond area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Wayne County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.