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Orestes, IN

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Population
340
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
872 ft
Median Home Value
$90,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$748/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,125
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityAnderson, Indiana13 miles away · 56,153 residents.

About Orestes

Orestes is a quiet, tight-knit town in Madison County surrounded by open farm country. Originally built around the railroad during Indiana's historic gas boom, the community today centers around relaxed residential living, its famous 300-year-old oak tree, and the annual Oak Tree Festival. Red Gold tomato processing is a staple of the local economy, and students attend nearby Alexandria schools, making Orestes a solid fit for anyone looking for simple small-town life within easy driving distance of Anderson.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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