Licking 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 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
7,666 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,940 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$89,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$490 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Blackford County
1
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

Blackford County
2
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 25
Feb 2 6 29
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 19, IN State House District 33, IN
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Schools

Southside Elementary School
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Blackford Junior High School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
North Side Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Blackford High School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Taylor University
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Ball State University
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Marion General Hospital
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
39 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
69 miles, SW • 3.2 star
South Bend International Airport
101 miles, N • 1.4 star
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