La Crosse, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
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
640 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$483 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$825 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.0% 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 11 24
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 2 41
Dec 3 7 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 8, IN State House District 20, IN
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

LaCrosse School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Kouts Elementary School
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
Kouts Middle/High School
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Wanatah School
8 miles, N • 3.7 star
Browse all schools near Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area

Colleges

Valparaiso University
13 miles, N • 2.8 star
College of Court Reporting Inc
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
Browse all colleges near Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area

Hospitals

Porter Regional Hospital
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
La Porte Hospital
22 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Browse all hospitals near Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area

Airports

South Bend International Airport
40 miles, E • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
55 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
91 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Browse all airports near Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area