Fish Lake, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
954 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$605 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaPorte County
3
Michigan City-La Porte 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

LaPorte County
4
Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 3 5 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 11 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 8, IN State House District 20, IN
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Schools

Indian Trail Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
North Liberty School
6 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Harold C Urey Middle School
7 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Ancilla College
16 miles, S • 1.4 star
Holy Cross College
18 miles, E • 1.9 star
Saint Mary's College
18 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

La Porte Hospital
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
18 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
16 miles, E • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
64 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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