Mishawaka, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
50,907 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$905 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
5
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
4
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
5
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 11, IN State House District 5, IN
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Schools

Liberty Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Battell Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
John J Young Middle School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Mishawaka High School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Bethel University
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Indiana University-South Bend
3 miles, W • 1.9 star
University of Notre Dame
4 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
4 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
8 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
70 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
82 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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