Petroleum, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
83 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
21.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$538 $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

Wells County
1
Fort Wayne Metro Area
3
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wells County
3
Fort Wayne Metro Area
5
Indiana
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 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 5 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 19, IN State House District 79, IN
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Schools

Southern Wells Elementary School
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Southern Wells Jr-Sr High School
7 miles, W • 3.7 star
Bluffton-Harrison Middle School
8 miles, N • 3.7 star
Bluffton High School
8 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Taylor University
21 miles, W • 1.9 star
Huntington University
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
28 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Bluffton Regional Medical Center
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Indiana University Health Jay, Inc
15 miles, S • 3.2 star
Adams Memorial Hospital
19 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
86 miles, SW • 3.2 star
South Bend International Airport
97 miles, N • 1.4 star
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