Scipio Township, 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 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
5,142 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,686 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$581 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaPorte County
3
Michigan City-La Porte 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

LaPorte County
4
Michigan City-La Porte Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 3 5 37
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 11 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IN State Senate District 8, IN State House District 20, IN
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Schools

Kingsbury Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Kesling Middle School
3 miles, E • 3.7 star
LaPorte High School
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Handley Elementary School
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Valparaiso University
16 miles, W • 2.8 star
College of Court Reporting Inc
17 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

La Porte Hospital
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Porter Regional Hospital
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
25 miles, E • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
53 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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