Lafayette Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,153 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,856 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$430 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$715 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
3
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood 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

Madison County
5
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 26
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 3 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, IN State Senate District 25, IN State House District 35, IN
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Schools

Indiana Christian Academy
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Frankton Elementary School
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
Frankton Jr-Sr High School
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Anderson University
6 miles, S • 1.9 star
Ball State University
17 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Mercy Hospital
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Vincent Fishers Hospital Inc
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
44 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
62 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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