Bloomington Metro Area, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
161,256 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,949 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$242,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$961 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Indiana
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 28
Feb 2 3 32
Mar 3 1 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, IN State Senate District 40, IN State House District 46, IN
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Schools

Edgewood Intermediate School
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Indiana University-Bloomington
9 miles, SE • 3.2 star
DePauw University
29 miles, N • 3.7 star
Franklin College
37 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Monroe Hospital
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
38 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
95 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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