Putnam County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
37,091 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,182 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$690 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greencastle Urban Area
3
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

Greencastle Urban Area
3
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 26
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 42
Dec 3 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IN State Senate District 24, IN State House District 44, IN
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Schools

Tzouanakis Intermediate School
1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Greencastle Senior High School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Greencastle Middle School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

DePauw University
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Wabash College
26 miles, N • 3.7 star
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
28 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Putnam County Hospital
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Vincent Clay Hospital Inc
17 miles, W • 3.2 star
Hendricks Regional Health
20 miles, E • 4.1 star
Franciscan Health Mooresville
27 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
30 miles, E • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
118 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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