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Knox, IN

Indiana · Starke County

Knox is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,843. Residents earn $45,647 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,843 Population 970/sq mi density
$45,647 Median Income $22,215 per capita
$125,300 Home Value $216,420 Zillow
$613 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
397 Violent Crime/100K 3,121 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,647 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,300 home value, $613/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
397 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,647
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,300
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 397/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.3%
160% higher than US avg

How Knox Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,843
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density970/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,647
Per Capita$22,215
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty32.3%
County GDP$690M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,300
Rent$613
Ownership60.1%
Zillow$216,420
Housing Units1,672
Rent Burden32.9%

Crime

F
Violent397/100K
Property3,121/100K

Health

Obesity46.9%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking27.1%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation711 ft (217 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Knox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knox receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Knox has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knox is $45,647, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 32.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knox is $125,300, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Knox experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Knox has a population of 3,843 with a density of 970 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 20.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,843
Total Population
970
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Knox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Knox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knox is $45,647, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,215 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $849, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 337 business establishments, including 29 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Knox vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,647
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,215
Avg Weekly Wage$849
IRS Avg AGI$58,879
Gini Index0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.3%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)337
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare23
Retail65
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,765
21% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Knox is $125,300, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,420, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $729 for a one-bedroom to $956 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,672 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $2,765 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,420

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$725
1 Bedroom$729
2 Bedrooms$956
3 Bedrooms$1,212
4 Bedrooms$1,266

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.1%
Owner-Occupied60.1%
Renter-Occupied39.9%
Housing Units1,672
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,765
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Knox, 46.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.5% of residents, above the national average. 39.7% have high blood pressure. 27.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 35.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.1% experience frequent mental distress. 13.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,791. The dentist ratio is 1:4,652. 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Knox vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma12.6%
COPD13.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.1%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress18.8%
Short Sleep43.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,791
Dentists1:4,652
Mental Health1:2,901
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits45.2%
Premature Death12,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access67.2%
Healthcare Facilities23
Knox has a violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Knox receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Knox vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent397.3/100K
5% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,121.5/100K
59% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents21
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Knox experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The area receives 28.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 711 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation711 ft (217 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density970/sq mi
Coordinates41.2910°N, 86.6212°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
CountyStarke County County
Nearest AirportPorter County Regional (VPZ)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 28.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.2%
Unhealthy Days0

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score24.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.3 / 100
Community Resilience73.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 2, 2015.

May 2, 2015 5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan M4.2 144 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 115 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 141 km
Jan 26, 2012 5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana M3.0 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

530 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 113 fatalities, 1,434 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1994 EF4 94 km 3
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 97 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 98 km 18
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 53 km 31
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 48 km 36
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 85 km 5
May 27, 2019 EF3 54 km 0
Aug 24, 2016 EF3 99 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 81 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 98 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF3 38 km 0
May 30, 2004 EF3 75 km 0
Oct 24, 2001 EF3 40 km 1
Jul 7, 1977 EF3 98 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 3 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 96 km 1
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 54 km 0
Jun 20, 1974 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 97 km 5
May 16, 1968 EF3 90 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1954 MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN) Avalanche 3.0 m 7 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,602 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNNAMED 1,602 86 km
1986 OGDEN DUNS 863 61 km
2021 21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST 594 60 km
2017 17 INDU COWLES DUNES 522 56 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Knox has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.7").

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Knox is located in Starke County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 52-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 23 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents21
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density970/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi
CountyStarke County County

Services

Broadband Access73.5%
Avg Download Speed80.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants29
Retail Stores65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%
Average costs for common services in Knox. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $233 ($140-$373)
Specialist Visit $327 ($187-$513)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($93-$327)
Emergency Room Visit $2,053 ($746-$4,665)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70-$187)
Dental Filling $233 ($140-$373)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23-$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47-$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $280 ($140-$467)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19-$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $560 ($373-$933)
Battery Replacement $187 ($93-$327)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56-$140)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47-$131)
HVAC Repair $373 ($140-$746)
HVAC System Install $6,531 ($3,732-$11,196)
Roof Repair $933 ($373-$1,866)
Roof Replacement $8,397 ($5,132-$13,995)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,400 ($467-$3,266)
Divorce (Contested) $13,995 ($4,665-$27,990)
DUI Defense $4,665 ($1,866-$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,400 ($746-$2,799)
Will Preparation $467 ($187-$933)
Trust Preparation $2,333 ($933-$4,665)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28-$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $140 ($70-$233)
Manicure $23 ($14-$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23-$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47-$121)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.83 ($2.80-$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.27 ($2.33-$4.67)
Loaf of Bread $3.55 ($2.33-$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.20 ($2.80-$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.13 ($3.73-$7.00)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56-$1.68)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75-$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28-$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37-$112)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37-$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28-$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($47-$140)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70-$467)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,866 ($1,120-$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28-$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.46-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28-$233)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$70)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,120 ($560-$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $933 ($467-$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly) $373 ($187-$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23-$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $933 ($373-$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,663 ($4,665-$27,990)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28-$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($47-$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28-$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19-$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $280 ($140-$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($93-$373)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Starke County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 636 23 $52,431 1.87
Retail Trade 578 60 $34,079 1.40
Administrative & Waste Services 436 16 $59,321 1.79
Accommodation & Food Services 326 25 $16,266 0.87
Construction 139 30 $58,511 0.64
Finance & Insurance 122 17 $61,266 0.73
Agriculture & Forestry 115 16 $33,155 3.44
Wholesale Trade 101 15 $72,724 0.62
Other Services 97 29 $41,451 0.78
Professional & Technical Services 60 19 $55,620 0.21
Information & Technology 40 5 $44,604 0.52
Arts & Entertainment 22 4 $23,759 0.32
Real Estate 15 9 $23,776 0.23

Colleges & Universities in Knox

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Taylor Institute of Cosmetology II Private For-Profit · Certificate 50 - - -

Hospitals in Knox

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
NORTHWEST HEALTH - STARKE Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (574) 772-6231

Schools in Knox

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Knox Community Elementary School Elementary 704 37 19.0:1
Knox Community High School High 572 32 17.9:1
Knox Community Middle School Middle 470 30 15.7:1
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Radio Stations near Knox

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ancient Faith Music - AAC+ 96 kbps
Vocalo Radio urban contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Ancient Faith Talk - AAC+ 96 kbps
WETF-LP FM 105.7 South Bend, IN - MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Knox

4 campgrounds found near Knox.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Chellberg Farm Picnic Shelters 5.0/5 3 $25, $50
Dunewood Campground 4.4/5 66 $25
Dunbar Group Site 4.3/5 1 $100
Central Avenue Walk-in Sites 3.4/5 5 $25

National Parks Near Knox

13 national parks and monuments found near Knox.

ParkTypeFee
Bass Lake State Beach State Park Free
Calumet Park State Park Free
Grand Mere State Park State Park Free
Indiana Dunes National Park National Park $20
Indiana Dunes State Park State Park Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park State Park Free
Potato Creek State Park State Park Free
Prophetstown State Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Tippecanoe River State Park State Park Free
Van Buren Trail State Park State Park Free
Warren Dunes State Park State Park Free
Warren Woods State Park State Park Free

Museums in Knox

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HOOSIER VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM507 MULBERRY ST5748963950$152,640
PULASKI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5749463552$19,281
ANTIQUARIAN & HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CULVERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5746350053
STARKE COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5747725393
WORLD OF MOTORCYCLES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5748962974

Libraries in Knox

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PULASKI COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY121 SOUTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE0.099,125
STARKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM152 WEST CULVER ROAD0.082,103
CULVER-UNION TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY107 NORTH MAIN STREET0.060,010
NORTH JUDSON-WAYNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY208 KELLER AVENUE0.018,548
MONTEREY-TIPPECANOE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY6260 EAST MAIN STREET0.06,075
WALKERTON-LINCOLN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY300 MICHIGAN STREET0.04,420

Farmers Markets in Knox

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Culver Farmers' Market107 N Main Street11/02/2019 to 04/18/2020Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Culver Farmers' Market819 E. Lake Shore Drive01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019Tue: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Knox Farmers Market1601 South Heaton Street07/01/2014 to 10/29/2014Visit

Restaurants in Knox

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

B&K Drive in
Country Kettle
Downtown Depot
Mikey's Pizza Pitstop
The Toto Cafe

Theatres in Knox

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Knox Community High School Auditorium

Gas Stations in Knox

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP Shop
Marathon
Phillips 66

Banks in Knox

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KeyBank

Breweries in Knox

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Waymire's Corner TapDrinking Places, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, recreation, Taverns, Bars, 4 W Davis St5748676966

Nursing Homes in Knox

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GOLDEN LIVING CENTER-KNOX
300 E CULVER RD
 For profit - Corporation 57 51 2/5 - 1/5 4/5 5747726248
WINTERSONG VILLAGE
1005 S EDGEWOOD DR
 Government - County 48 33 2/5 - 5/5 1/5 5747725826

Pharmacies in Knox

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 6538 907 SOUTH HEATON STREET 574-772-6544
WALGREENS - 7418 1207 SOUTH HEATON STREET 574-772-4529

Cell Towers in Knox

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
867 East Old State Road 14 (111302)GTOWER127
867 East Old State Road 14 (111302)GTOWER127
1100 feet southwest of Toto Road and County Road 300 East (110636)GTOWER98
1100 feet southwest of Toto Road and County Road 300 East (110636)GTOWER98
9665 - W. State Rd. 14 Plaza B (110677)GTOWER97
9665 - W. State Rd. 14 Plaza B (110677)GTOWER97
15469 STATE RD 17TOWER97
31355 Fulmer Street DUP, Lot 12GTOWER96
31355 Fulmer Street DUP, Lot 12GTOWER96
3987 W 1500 StreetTOWER96
19760 State Road 10GTOWER96
19760 State Road 10GTOWER96
County Road 200 NorthTOWER91
8450 County Line RoadGTOWER88
8450 County Line RoadGTOWER88
7730 EAST 500 NORTH (17203)GTOWER78
7730 EAST 500 NORTH (17203)GTOWER78
Lake MaxinkuckeeLTOWER77
Lake MaxinkuckeeLTOWER77
8738 WEST COUNTY ROAD 1300 SOUTH (24652)LTOWER76
8738 WEST COUNTY ROAD 1300 SOUTH (24652)LTOWER76
9199 EAST STATE ROAD 8 (18946)MTOWER59
9199 EAST STATE ROAD 8 (18946)MTOWER59

Fire Stations in Knox

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bass Lake / California Township Fire Department7225 S US 35 HWYVolunteer574-772-3388
Knox-Center Township Fire Department101 W Washington STVolunteer574-772-4141
Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department9020 E Division RDVolunteer574-772-4954

Bridges in Knox

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19291538,432G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19642663,936P
SlabConcrete continuous2018681,375G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron2005321,325F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20011541,209F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1984166875G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1965152875P
SlabWood or Timber1980160527F
SlabConcrete continuous200349527G
SlabConcrete200542375G
SlabConcrete continuous201466300G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1984180200F
SlabConcrete201980175G

Correctional Facilities in Knox

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
STARKE COUNTY JUSTICE CENTER5435 E IN-8COUNTY125-999OPEN

Airports Near Knox

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grissom Air Reserve BaseGUSMedium Airport
Michigan City Municipal AirportMGCMedium Airport
Porter County Municipal AirportVPZMedium Airport
South Bend International AirportSBNMedium Airport
Alley Oop Airport-Small Airport
Ames Field-Small Airport
Andrews University Airpark-Small Airport
Arens Field-Small Airport
Arrowhead Farm Airport-Small Airport
Ashby Airport-Small Airport
Ball Field-Small Airport
Baroda Airport-Small Airport
Benedick Airport-Small Airport
Berger Airport-Small Airport
Birkey Private Airport-Small Airport
Blackmon Field-Small Airport
Bodin Airport-Small Airport
Boyer Flight Park Ultralightport-Small Airport
C. V. Airport-Small Airport
Caldwell Field-Small Airport
Chain-O-Lakes Airport-Small Airport
Converse Airport-Small Airport
Countryview Airport-Small Airport
Creighton Airport-Small Airport
Crump Airport-Small Airport
Culp Airport-Small Airport
Culp Farms Airport-Small Airport
Dague Strip-Small Airport
Ddt Field-Small Airport
De Ford Airport-Small Airport
Delphi Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Dillon Airport-Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Drake Field-Small Airport
Dreessen Field-Small Airport
Durflinger Airport-Small Airport
Eby Field-Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal AirportEKISmall Airport
Flying M Airport-Small Airport
Flying U Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Foos Field-Small Airport
Fulton County AirportRCRSmall Airport
Galveston Airport-Small Airport
Gilmore Airport-Small Airport
Goodenough Airport-Small Airport
Gutwein Airport-Small Airport
Gutwein Airport-Small Airport
Hallmark Airport-Small Airport
Hancock Airport-Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field-Small Airport

Police Stations in Knox

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Walkerton Police Department300 Illinois Street

Grocery Stores in Knox

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS 6538Other907 S Heaton St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3518Other21 S Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18845Other2024 S US Highway 35
Dollar General 30419Other210 E Toto Rd
Family Dollar 1290Other1000 S Heaton St
Five Star FoodsSupermarket1209 S Heaton St
Save A Lot 23641Super Store2580 S US Highway 35
Skyhwy Fuels Inc 1Convenience Store1 N Heaton St
WALGREENS 7418Other1207 S Heaton St
Zingo ExpressConvenience Store802 S Heaton St

Post Offices in Knox

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Knox Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Knox

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,038 in back wages owed to 17 employees.

5
Violations
$12,038
Back Wages Owed
17
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Indiana, State of (Bureau of Motor Vehicles) - - 46534 - 1 $8,365 $8,365 1
Mark's Body Shop, Inc. - - 46534 - 1 $2,052 $257 8
Oak Valley Place Apartments - - 46534 - 1 $1,225 $1,225 1
Five Star of Knox - - 46534 - 1 $316 $63 5
Todd Lawrence - - 46534 - 1 $79 $40 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Knox

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH RR 1PO BOX 115
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST - BETHEL - INCPO BOX 193
CHURCH OF THE HEARTLAND STARKE COUNTY6020 S 300 E
FIRST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF HIGHLAND INC4100 E 200 S
FIRST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF KNOX INC509 S ROOSEVELT RD
GRACE TABERNACLE CHURCHPO BOX 503
HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH OF NORTHERN INDIANA INCPO BOX 198
JOHN BAPTIST NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH INC7781 E 25 N
KNOX CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE1801 S HEATON ST
KNOX COMMUNITY OUTREACH TABERNACLE INC4020 E 150 N
KNOX ROMANIAN PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD207 N PRETTYMAN ST
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH2485 S 350 E
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH1600 S HEATON ST
PILGRIM GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH1102 PACIFIC AVE
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD22 N SHIELD ST
UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH OF OBERPO BOX 490
VICTORY CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC2655 S RANGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Knox

What is the population of Knox?

Knox has a population of 3,843 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 970 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Knox expensive to live in?

Knox is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,647, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,300 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Knox safe?

The violent crime rate in Knox is 397 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,121 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Knox receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Knox?

Knox has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Knox?

The job market in Knox is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $849. There are 337 business establishments in the area, including 29 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Knox?

The median home value in Knox is $125,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,420. For renters, the median monthly rent is $613. Fair market rent is $729 for a 1-bedroom and $956 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,765.

How are the schools in Knox?

Schools in Knox score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.3% of adults in Knox hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Knox?

The obesity rate in Knox is 46.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.1% of adults are smokers. 35.1% are physically inactive. 30.3% of residents report depression. 13.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,791.

What is transportation like in Knox?

The average commute in Knox is 30 minutes. 75.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Knox?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Knox is 90% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 20.2% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

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