Oswego, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
284 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
28.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,655 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$244,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$229 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$655 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kosciusko County
1
Warsaw Urban Area
1
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kosciusko County
1
Warsaw Urban Area
1
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 24
Feb 2 8 27
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 2 41
Dec 3 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Schools

Leesburg Elementary School
3 miles, NW 3.7 star
North Webster Elementary School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Harrison Elementary School
5 miles, SW 4.1 star
Madison Elementary School
5 miles, W 3.7 star

Colleges

Goshen College
17 miles, N 1.9 star
Manchester University
22 miles, S 2.3 star

Hospitals

Kosciusko Community Hospital
6 miles, SW 3.2 star
Goshen Hospital
17 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
38 miles, NW 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
39 miles, SE 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
104 miles, E 1 star