Blanford, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
154 332.4M (US)
Median Age
15.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
65.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$280 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$611 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Vermillion County
2
Terre Haute Metro Area
1
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Vermillion County
2
Terre Haute Metro Area
3
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, IN State Senate District 23, IN State House District 42, IN
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Schools

Van Duyn Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Ernie Pyle Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
South Vermillion Middle School
6 miles, E • 3.7 star
South Vermillion High School
6 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
11 miles, S • 1.4 star
Indiana State University
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
16 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Union Hospital Clinton
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Paris Community Hospital
9 miles, W • 4.1 star
Union Hospital Inc
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
65 miles, E • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
112 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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