St. Joseph County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
272,574 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,885 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$848 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
4
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

South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
5
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 5 37
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 52
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 10, IN State House District 7, IN
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Schools

Hay Elementary School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Xavier School of Excellence
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Jackson Middle School
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Indiana University-South Bend
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Holy Cross College
6 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Saint Mary's College
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
72 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
76 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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