Shipshewana Lake, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
325 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,984 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$325,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$552 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
27.4% 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 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
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 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

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
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Goshen College
14 miles, W • 1.9 star
Glen Oaks Community College
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
29 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Lagrange Hospital
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sturgis Hospital
13 miles, E • 3.2 star
Goshen Hospital
14 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

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