Edinburgh is a middle-income small town of 4,381 with home prices 1.4× below the Indiana median.
In Bartholomew County, Indiana, Edinburgh anchors a community of 4,381. Median household income is $60,843.
Definition and scope
Located in Bartholomew County, Indiana, Edinburgh operates within Indiana's county-municipal framework. Local services and ordinances are coordinated through county and state-level agencies. The city operates within Congressional District 9 and is part of the Columbus, IN metropolitan area.
Who lives here
Edinburgh has approximately 4,381 residents. The median age is 43.7 years. Roughly 62% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median home value is $154,500.
Demographic composition (Census 2023 ACS5):
- White (non-Hispanic): 91.1%
- Black or African American: 0.3%
- Hispanic or Latino: 5.4%
- Asian: 0.0%
Economy and earnings
Median household income in Edinburgh is $60,843. Poverty rate stands at 11.3%. Unemployment rate at last release was 5.6%. Educational attainment: 10.8% of residents 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public services and infrastructure
Available public services on file for Edinburgh:
- Public schools: 3
- Public libraries: 1
- Fire stations: 3
- Police stations: 3
- Hospitals: 1
Getting around
Himsel Army Airfield provides commercial air service for the area. Federal court business routes through Johnson County Courthouse. Amtrak service is available at Indianapolis, Indiana.
Geography and climate
Edinburgh sits at an elevation of 669 feet above sea level. Local growing conditions correspond to USDA hardiness zone 6a.
References
- Indiana State Authority — state-level reference for Indiana.
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates — population, income, demographic data.
- Authority Network America — federal- and network-level reference.