Boswell, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
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
703 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$609 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
2
Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area
3
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
3
Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 25
Feb 2 4 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 2 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IN State Senate District 6, IN State House District 13, IN
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Schools

Boswell Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
8 miles, E • 3.7 star
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School
8 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Purdue University-Main Campus
25 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing
27 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Danville Area Community College
29 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Iroquois Memorial Hospital
25 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
80 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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