Chester Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
7,004 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$614 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wabash County
1
Wabash Urban 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

Wabash County
1
Wabash Urban Area
1
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 24
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 17, IN State House District 50, IN
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Schools

Manchester Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Manchester Jr-Sr High School
3 miles, N • 4.1 star
Country Meadow
5 miles, E
Manchester Intermediate School
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Manchester University
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Huntington University
13 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Wabash Hospital, Inc
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Parkview Huntington Hospital
14 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Parkview Whitley Hospital
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
South Bend International Airport
59 miles, N • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
92 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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