Shipshewana, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
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
902 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$518 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$605 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaGrange County
1
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

LaGrange County
1
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 13, IN State House District 51, IN
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Schools

Shipshewana-Scott Elementary Sch
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Goshen College
15 miles, W • 1.9 star
Glen Oaks Community College
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Trine University
30 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Lagrange Hospital
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sturgis Hospital
12 miles, E • 3.2 star
Goshen Hospital
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
38 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
52 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
83 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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