Vera Cruz, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
29 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$77,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$466 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$802 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wells County
1
Fort Wayne Metro Area
3
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wells County
3
Fort Wayne Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 25
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 19, IN State House District 79, IN
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Schools

Whispering Brook
3 miles, SE
Bluffton-Harrison Middle School
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Bluffton-Harrison Elementary Sch
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Bluffton High School
5 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Huntington University
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Indiana Institute of Technology
26 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bluffton Regional Medical Center
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Adams Memorial Hospital
12 miles, E • 4.1 star
Indiana University Health Jay, Inc
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
90 miles, E • 1 star
Indianapolis International Airport
93 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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