Richland Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,780 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$256,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$825 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whitley 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

Whitley County
1
Fort Wayne Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 24
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 3 4 37
Apr 4 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 1 41
Dec 3 6 27

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 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 16, IN State House District 83, IN
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Schools

Whitko Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Pierceton Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
South Whitley Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Manchester University
13 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Huntington University
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Whitley Hospital
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Kosciusko Community Hospital
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Parkview Huntington Hospital
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
South Bend International Airport
52 miles, N • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
98 miles, E • 1 star
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