DeKalb County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
43,584 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,080 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$678 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Auburn Urban Area
1
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

Auburn Urban Area
2
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 23
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 14, IN State House District 52, IN
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Schools

DeKalb Middle School
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
DeKalb High School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Waterloo Elementary School
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
James R Watson Elementary School
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Trine University
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ravenscroft Beauty College
19 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Dekalb Health
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Community Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Parkview Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
31 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
63 miles, E • 1 star
South Bend International Airport
71 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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