State Senate District 5, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
134,373 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,594 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$241,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$526 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$853 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 24
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 5%

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Congressional District 2, IN State House District 16, IN
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Schools

West Central Senior High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
West Central Middle School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
West Central Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
North White Elementary School
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Valparaiso University
32 miles, N • 2.8 star
Ancilla College
32 miles, E • 1.4 star
College of Court Reporting Inc
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franciscan Health Rensselaer, Inc
14 miles, W • 3.2 star
Pulaski Memorial Hospital
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
56 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
88 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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