Elwood, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,320 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,084 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
3
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro Area
5
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
5
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 26
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 38
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 5 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, IN State Senate District 25, IN State House District 35, IN
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Schools

Elwood Jr-Sr High School
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Elwood Intermediate School
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Anderson University
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Mercy Hospital
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
45 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
59 miles, NE • 1.4 star
South Bend International Airport
102 miles, N • 1.4 star
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