Howard Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,622 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,483 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$681 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Howard County
5
Kokomo 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

Howard County
4
Kokomo Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 25
Feb 2 6 29
Mar 3 3 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, IN State Senate District 18, IN State House District 30, IN
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Schools

Howard Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Bon Air Middle School
4 miles, W • 1 star
Bon Air Elementary School
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Indiana University-Kokomo
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Dukes Memorial Hospital
16 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
55 miles, E • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
57 miles, SW • 3.2 star
South Bend International Airport
83 miles, N • 1.4 star
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