Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
225,019 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,895 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$204,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$878 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Indiana
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 25
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 41
Dec 2 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 (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IN State Senate District 23, IN State House District 13, IN
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Schools

Klondike Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Klondike Middle School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Otterbein Elementary School
4 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Burnett Creek Elementary School
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Purdue University-Main Campus
7 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing
8 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Franciscan Health Lafayette
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
65 miles, S • 3.2 star
South Bend International Airport
92 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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