Union Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
1,827 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$437 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$531 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Parke 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

Parke County
1
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, IN State Senate District 23, IN State House District 42, IN
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Schools

Ferndale School
2 miles, SE
Adams School
5 miles, NW
Rockville Elementary School
9 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

DePauw University
13 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
22 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Wabash College
23 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Clay Hospital Inc
14 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Putnam County Hospital
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Union Hospital Clinton
18 miles, W • 3.2 star
Franciscan Health Crawfordsville
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
42 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
120 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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