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Warren County

IN · Pop. 8,469 · Rural County

85/100Homestead Score

Warren County, Indiana covers 365 square miles with a population of 8,469 and a density of 23.2 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on corn, soybeans, hay. The median home price is $160,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.52%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 174-day growing season, average summer highs of 82.5°F and average winter lows of 18.9°F. Annual rainfall averages 38.4 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Ascension St Vincent Williamsport is 6 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 49.4% of homes.

Property Tax: 0.52%
Growing Season: 174 days
Broadband: 49.4%
Density: 23.2/sq mi

Pros

  • A low effective property tax rate of 0.52% holds annual carrying costs down.
  • A median home price of $160,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Ascension St Vincent Williamsport, with an emergency room, is just 6 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on corn, soybeans, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
  • At 23.2 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.

Cons

  • Broadband reaches only 49.4% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.

At a glance

Warren County, IN is a strong overall fit for homesteading.

Homestead score
85/100
Median home price
$160k
Property tax
0.52%
Growing season
174 days (zone 6a)
Annual rainfall
38.4"
Broadband
49.4%
Nearest hospital
Ascension St Vincent Williamsport, 6 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.52%
Median Household Income$74,635
Poverty Rate12.7%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$160K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone6a
Growing Season174 days
Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
Avg Summer High82.5°F
Avg Winter Low18.9°F
Top CropsCorn, Soybeans, Hay

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought4/10
Wildfire1/10
Tornado3/10
Flood2/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalAscension St Vincent Williamsport (6 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities1

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage49.4%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in Warren County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Warren County?
Warren County is in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 174-day growing season, average summer highs of 82.5°F, and average winter lows of 18.9°F. The established crops are corn, soybeans, hay.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $160,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.52%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 49.4% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
Ascension St Vincent Williamsport is 6 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.

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Data sources

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.