Root Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,080 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,169 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$493 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$758 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams County
1
Decatur 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

Adams County
1
Decatur Urban Area
1
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 25
Feb 2 6 28
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Bellmont Elementary
3 miles, S • 2.8 star
Bellmont Senior High School
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Indiana Institute of Technology
17 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ravenscroft Beauty College
18 miles, N • 1 star
Purdue University Fort Wayne
19 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Adams Memorial Hospital
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
Bluffton Regional Medical Center
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Park Center, Inc
17 miles, N
St Joseph Hospital
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
77 miles, E • 1 star
South Bend International Airport
92 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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