Cortland, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
59 332.4M (US)
Median Age
69.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$810 $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

Jackson County
3
Seymour Urban 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

Jackson County
6
Seymour Urban Area
6
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 30
Feb 3 4 34
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 6 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, IN State Senate District 44, IN State House District 69, IN
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Schools

Cortland Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Seymour Senior High School
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Emerson Elementary School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Seymour-Redding Elementary School
4 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hanover College
32 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Indiana University-Bloomington
33 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Franklin College
35 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Schneck Medical Center
4 miles, SE • 5 star
Columbus Regional Hospital
17 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Vincent Jennings Hospital Inc
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
Scott Memorial Health
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
54 miles, N • 3.2 star
Blue Grass Airport
98 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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