Goshen, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
34,374 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,436 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$833 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Elkhart County
3
Elkhart-Goshen 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

Elkhart County
3
Elkhart-Goshen Metro Area
3
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 23
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 3 11 27

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 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Schools

Parkside Elementary School
<1 miles, S 3.7 star
Chandler Elementary School
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Goshen High School
<1 miles, NE 3.2 star

Colleges

Goshen College
<1 miles, S 1.9 star
Bethel University
20 miles, NW 1.9 star
Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
20 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Goshen Hospital
<1 miles, SW 3.2 star
Elkhart General Hospital
11 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
27 miles, NW 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
53 miles, S 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
92 miles, NE 2.3 star