Living in Bartholomew County, Indiana

Bartholomew County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 81,162, part of the Columbus, IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Columbus, Hope, Elizabethtown.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,292/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $249K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Bartholomew County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a moderately educated workforce (33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.