Greene County's composite score of 71.8 towers 44% above the national median of 50.0, reflecting strong affordability and tax conditions. This upper-quartile performance places it among the better-performing counties nationwide.
2 / 5
Just above Indiana average
At 71.8, Greene slightly edges Indiana's state average of 71.2, landing in the upper-middle segment of the state's 92 counties. This positions it as a solid, reliable choice for Indiana residents.
3 / 5
Unmatched housing affordability
Greene leads this group with a cost score of 83.0 and the lowest rent at just $788/month and median home value of $129,900. Combined with a tax score of 82.9, it delivers exceptional value for cost-conscious buyers.
4 / 5
Income and risk remain modest
The income score of 22.4 reflects median earnings of $59,753, below most peer counties and state norms. School and safety data gaps limit full assessment of family readiness.
5 / 5
Perfect for frugal rural seekers
Greene County suits retirees and budget-focused families seeking maximum housing purchasing power with minimal tax burden. Its lowest-in-group rent makes it particularly appealing to renters prioritizing affordability over amenities.
Greene County's composite score of 71.8 towers 44% above the national median of 50.0, reflecting strong affordability and tax conditions. This upper-quartile performance places it among the better-performing counties nationwide.
Just above Indiana average
At 71.8, Greene slightly edges Indiana's state average of 71.2, landing in the upper-middle segment of the state's 92 counties. This positions it as a solid, reliable choice for Indiana residents.
Unmatched housing affordability
Greene leads this group with a cost score of 83.0 and the lowest rent at just $788/month and median home value of $129,900. Combined with a tax score of 82.9, it delivers exceptional value for cost-conscious buyers.
Income and risk remain modest
The income score of 22.4 reflects median earnings of $59,753, below most peer counties and state norms. School and safety data gaps limit full assessment of family readiness.
Perfect for frugal rural seekers
Greene County suits retirees and budget-focused families seeking maximum housing purchasing power with minimal tax burden. Its lowest-in-group rent makes it particularly appealing to renters prioritizing affordability over amenities.
Score breakdown
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Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
Greene County's effective tax rate of 0.689% places it in the bottom 30% nationally, offering significant tax savings compared to U.S. averages. With an annual bill of $895 on a median home of $129,900, Greene homeowners pay just one-third the national median tax of $2,690.
Slightly above state average but still reasonable
Greene County's 0.689% effective rate sits modestly above Indiana's average of 0.671%, placing it in the middle tier statewide. The median tax of $895 runs about $300 below Indiana's median of $1,199.
Mid-range taxes among central Indiana peers
Greene County's 0.689% rate sits between Grant County (0.681%) and Gibson County (0.730%), offering middle-ground tax positioning. The $895 annual bill is competitive with nearby counties on modest-value homes.
What the typical Greene home costs in taxes
A Greene County home valued at $129,900 carries an annual property tax bill of $895. With mortgage-related additions, homeowners see their effective annual tax cost rise to roughly $1,041.
Challenge your assessment for potential savings
Many Greene County homeowners discover their properties are assessed above fair market value. Submitting a property tax appeal can correct overvalued assessments and save you money every year you own your home.
Greene County renters spend just 15.8% of income on rent—below the state average and competitive nationally—despite earning $59,753, about 20% less than the U.S. median. At $788 monthly, Greene offers some of Indiana's cheapest rents without sacrificing rural livability.
Indiana's affordability sweet spot
Greene's 15.8% rent-to-income ratio edges just above Indiana's 15.6% average, placing it among the state's most balanced housing markets. The median rent of $788 is the second-lowest in this group, undercutting the state average by $95 monthly.
Best value in south-central Indiana
Greene's $788 rent and $129,900 median home value offer solid value against nearby counties, trailing only Grant in rental pricing while maintaining stronger incomes ($59,753 vs. Grant's $54,007). The combination makes Greene attractive for budget-conscious households seeking rural stability.
Greene's balanced housing equation
Renters allocate $788 monthly while homeowners pay $742—making ownership the more affordable path and freeing roughly 15% of the $59,753 median income for non-housing needs. This leaves Greene residents among the most balanced in the analysis.
Rural Indiana's underrated gem
Greene County delivers rare affordability: low rents, achievable home prices, and reasonable income-to-housing ratios in a quiet, rural setting. If you're weighing south-central Indiana options, Greene's fundamentals outpace Grant County's lower absolute costs and match or beat nearby alternatives.
Greene County's median household income of $59,753 falls $15,002 short of the $74,755 national median—a 20% deficit. The county ranks below national income averages but above the most economically challenged regions.
Below state average but stable
At $59,753, Greene trails Indiana's $68,681 state average by $8,928, placing it in the lower-income half of the state's 92 counties. The income level reflects Greene's reliance on older manufacturing and agricultural bases.
Middle ground in rural Indiana cluster
Greene's $59,753 sits between Grant County ($54,007) and Fulton County ($62,878) in this south-central region. The modest income differences across these three counties suggest similar economic pressures and opportunities.
Housing remains within reach
Greene's 15.8% rent-to-income ratio is the lowest among these eight counties, providing comfortable housing affordability. The $129,900 median home value sits well-matched to household earning power.
Smart saving on moderate income
Greene households enjoying the best housing affordability ratio should prioritize consistent savings and emergency funds first. Low housing costs create breathing room for retirement planning and modest investment strategies suited to moderate incomes.
Greene County residents live to 74.1 years, roughly 4.8 years short of the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With one in five reporting poor or fair health, the county shows patterns of chronic disease and limited preventive care similar to rural Indiana counties.
Below Indiana's average in key metrics
At 74.1 years, Greene County's life expectancy falls 1 year below Indiana's 75.1-year state average, placing it in the lower-middle tier of counties. The 20.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds state norms, signaling consistent health challenges.
Health outcomes cluster with similar rural counties
Greene's 74.1-year life expectancy is lower than Hancock County's 77.2 but higher than Grant County's 70.8, reflecting the range within rural Indiana. The county's critical shortage—just 29 primary care providers per 100,000—is the lowest among peer counties, likely driving delayed diagnoses.
Limited providers strain healthcare access
Greene's uninsured rate of 8.4% matches the state average exactly, but the real barrier is provider scarcity—at 29 primary care providers per 100,000, Greene has the fewest in this comparison. Combined with modest mental health capacity (71 per 100,000), residents face significant wait times and travel distances.
Close coverage gaps and demand care expansion
Check Indiana's health marketplace to ensure you're covered. Then advocate locally for rural health initiatives and loan forgiveness programs that attract doctors to Greene County—supply matters as much as coverage.
With a composite risk score of 42.49, Greene County earns a "Very Low" rating and runs below the national average. The county still faces meaningful tornado exposure (63.45) and moderate flood risk (52.04), though both remain manageable compared to national highs.
Below Indiana's average risk profile
Greene's 42.49 score falls below Indiana's 45.52 state average, positioning the county in the safer half of the state. Tornado and flood risks remain moderate but substantially lower than northeastern Indiana counties like Grant and Hamilton.
Safer than Grant, comparable to Gibson
Greene County's 42.49 score places it well below Grant County's 69.40, reflecting Greene's lower tornado and flood exposure. The county's risk profile aligns closely with Gibson County (48.00), making both reasonable alternatives within the region.
Tornadoes and flooding warrant attention
Tornado risk at 63.45 represents Greene's primary natural hazard concern, though below many Indiana counties. Flooding (52.04) poses a secondary threat, especially in river valleys and low-lying areas during heavy precipitation events.
Bundle tornado and flood protections
Ensure homeowners insurance includes robust wind and hail coverage for tornado preparedness. Separate flood insurance is essential for properties near streams or in mapped floodplains; review coverage annually and maintain a household emergency plan.