Wabash County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
30,901 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,414 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wabash Urban Area
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

Wabash Urban Area
1
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 24
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 6 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 17, IN State House District 50, IN
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Schools

Northfield Jr-Sr High School
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Sharp Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
OJ Neighbours Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Manchester University
12 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Huntington University
16 miles, E • 1.9 star
Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
24 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Parkview Wabash Hospital, Inc
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Dukes Memorial Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
Parkview Huntington Hospital
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
Marion General Hospital
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
South Bend International Airport
66 miles, N • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
82 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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