La Porte, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · LaPorte County County
La Porte, IN
At a Glance
How La Porte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Porte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Porte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Porte residents earn a median household income of $59,862 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,946. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% 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 La Porte is $143,800 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,850. Median rent is $889/month, with 26.0% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
La Porte reports 213 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,670/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in La Porte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Porte has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.