Lafayette, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
70,650 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,946 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$415 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$843 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tippecanoe County
3
Lafayette-West Lafayette 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

Tippecanoe County
5
Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 25
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 3 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IN State Senate District 22, IN State House District 27, IN
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Schools

Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Jefferson High School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Oakland Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Miami Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Franciscan Health Lafayette
1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
56 miles, S • 3.2 star
South Bend International Airport
95 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
96 miles, E • 1.4 star
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