Wakarusa, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
2,519 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,008 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$202,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$743 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Elkhart County
3
Elkhart-Goshen 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

Elkhart County
3
Elkhart-Goshen Metro Area
3
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 3 5 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 3 10 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 12, IN State House District 21, IN
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Schools

North Wood Middle School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Wakarusa Elementary School
1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Wabash School
2 miles, SE
Country Echos
2 miles, SW
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Colleges

Goshen College
10 miles, E • 1.9 star
Bethel University
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
Indiana University-South Bend
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Goshen Hospital
10 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
20 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
57 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
92 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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