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Fish Lake, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · LaPorte County County
Fish Lake, IN
At a Glance
How Fish Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fish Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fish Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fish Lake residents earn a median household income of $69,417 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,712. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,494 business establishments, including 257 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fish Lake is $181,300 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,362. Median rent is $892/month, with 17.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Fish Lake reports 44 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 703/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Fish Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 78.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fish Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.