Ontario, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 7/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
221 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,557 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$284 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$429 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaGrange 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

LaGrange County
1
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 24
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 13, IN State House District 51, IN
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Schools

Lima-Brighton Elementary
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Howe Military School
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lakeland Middle School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Lakeland High School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Trine University
20 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Goshen College
25 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Lagrange Hospital
4 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Sturgis Hospital
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
Parkview Noble Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
48 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
51 miles, S • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
82 miles, SE • 1 star
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