Ross, IN
Indiana · Lake County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro
Ross is a small city in Indiana with a population of 6,740. Residents earn $53,824 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
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How Ross Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Ross a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ross receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ross is $53,824, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ross is $114,600, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,085 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Ross is below the national average at 254 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,803 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
Education
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Ross experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 40.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Ross vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ross vs U.S. Average
Income: Ross vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,824 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,252 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,177 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,524 |
| Gini Index | 0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 11,872 |
| County GDP | $31,242M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,110 |
| Healthcare | 1,376 |
| Retail | 1,546 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,190 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 93.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,600 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $243,311 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,085 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.9% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,190 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.66% |
Health Metrics: Ross vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Cancer | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.2% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Short Sleep | 42.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Primary Care | 1:1,971 |
| Dentists | 1:1,576 |
| Mental Health | 1:434 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Dental Visits | 59.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,981/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,376 |
Crime Rates: Ross vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 253.8/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,803.3/100K |
| 43% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 53 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5351°N, 87.3754°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Lake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gary/Chicago International (GYY) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0452 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 13.8 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 1.37 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 10.3 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 95.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
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 | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in |
Ross has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 5.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 53 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.9% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,189/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.7 sq mi |
| County | Lake County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 89.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 109.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 20.1 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 26 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,376 |
| Restaurants | 1,110 |
| Retail Stores | 1,546 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 27.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Top Industries in Lake County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 33,182 | 1,358 | $62,062 | 1.21 |
| Retail Trade | 22,724 | 1,514 | $36,314 | 1.19 |
| Manufacturing | 22,497 | 419 | $107,985 | 1.43 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 20,825 | 1,090 | $24,050 | 1.20 |
| Construction | 11,594 | 1,076 | $86,002 | 1.15 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 9,299 | 580 | $62,463 | 1.15 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 8,986 | 637 | $52,483 | 0.80 |
| Other Services | 8,046 | 1,031 | $44,112 | 1.39 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 7,851 | 1,488 | $72,349 | 0.59 |
| Finance & Insurance | 4,573 | 694 | $78,381 | 0.59 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 3,368 | 150 | $32,018 | 1.05 |
| Educational Services | 3,009 | 176 | $42,519 | 0.76 |
| Management of Companies | 2,328 | 72 | $104,196 | 0.72 |
| Real Estate | 1,796 | 456 | $59,105 | 0.60 |
| Information & Technology | 901 | 112 | $75,020 | 0.25 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 260 | 29 | $33,996 | 0.17 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 75 | 8 | $98,760 | 0.10 |
Radio Stations near Ross
58 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103.5 KISS FM - WKSC-FM Chicago | pop, top 40 | AAC | |
| WCPT 820 AM Willow Springs, IL | progressive talk | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Super CFL Radio - Chicago,IL | "chicago's greatest hits ", 70s disco | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 103.5 KISS FM WKSC Chicago | hits, hot adult contemporary | AAC | |
| 011.fm – House of Hair | 80s hard rock, hair metal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Smooth Jazz WNUA Chicago | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WCPT 820 Heartland Signal Progresive Talk, Willow Springs IL | chicago, illinois | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Moody Radio WMBI 90.1 FM | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 91.5 WBEZ-FM | public radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Rebel Radio | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 107.5 WGCI | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| Klove | gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WLIT 93.9 FM - Chicago, IL | aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), love songs | AAC | |
| Boys Town Live | dance radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WLS 94.7-FM Chicago, IL | classic hits | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Audio Noir | audio drama, old time radio | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Klinci | kids | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| Plus Radio '90 | 90s, devedesete | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Narodna | folk, narodna | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WDCB Jazz | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHIRP Radio (WCXP-LP) | independent radio, indie rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Jazz WNUA 95.5 Chicago, IL | oldies, smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WCHI-HD2 Big 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL | country, new country | AAC | |
| WMVP 1000 AM - ESPN Chicago, IL | chicago sports, live sports | MP3 64 kbps | |
| fubu radio | dj, hip hop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WBEZ FM 91.5 | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| mmRadio | 70s, 80s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cosy 103.7 | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Zabavna | pop, zabavna | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago WNVR | community, entertainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Inspiration 1390 | gospel | AAC | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 64 | chicago, classical | AAC 130 kbps | |
| CRIS Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WBEZ-HD2 "Vocalo Stream" Chicago, IL | chicago, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 128 | chicago, classical | AAC 130 kbps | |
| WRTE 90.7 FM | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WLUW 88.7 FM, Chicago Sound Alliance | independent radio, student radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WGN Radio 720 | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WSRB 106.3 FM Chicago's R&B - Lansing, IL | rap hiphop rnb, soul | AAC 64 kbps | |
| WJOB 1230 AM - 104.7 FM Hammond, IN | local talk, sports talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ancient Faith Music | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Vocalo Radio | urban contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ancient Faith Talk | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| WJVX/Oak Lawn-Chicago,IL | "the new sound for old memories"r'n'b hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 93.9 WLIT-FM LITE FM | pop | AAC | |
| Metaverse Radio Chicago | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WCHI 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL | rock | AAC | |
| Radio Chrystusa Króla Chicago | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 256 | chicago, classical | AAC 258 kbps | |
| Q101 Chicago's Alternative | alternative, alternative rock | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Nexus Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio DePaul | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Nostalgija | pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hot Wax Radio | indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Hit | folk, pop folk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RebelRadio.com Chicago | hard rock, heavy metal | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Rock | rock | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Ross
5 campgrounds found near Ross.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| West Beach Picnic Shelters | 2.0/5 | 8 | $25 |
National Parks Near Ross
16 national parks and monuments found near Ross.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bass Lake State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Calumet Park | State Park | Free |
| Chain O'Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Channahon State 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 |
| Lake Park Expansion | State Park | Free |
| Morraine Hills State Park | State Park | Free |
| Presidential Park | State Park | Free |
| Pullman National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Tippecanoe River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warren Dunes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warren Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Ross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID AND ALFRED SMART MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 7737020200 | $3,091,898,511 | |
| ORIENTAL INSTITUTE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7737029520 | $3,091,898,511 | |
| RENAISSANCE SOCIETY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7737028670 | $3,091,898,511 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 7738341657 | $3,091,898,511 | |
| MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 7736841414 | $48,542,008 | |
| TALTREE ARBORETUM & GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 2194620025 | $1,344,296 | |
| SOUTH CHICAGO ART CENTER NFP | ART MUSEUM | 7737319287 | $1,026,322 | |
| LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | COURTHOUSE SQUARE SUITE 205 | 2196623975 | $250,860 |
| BRONZEVILLE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 7737219301 | $143,187 | |
| PULLMAN HISTORIC FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 614 E 113TH STREET | 7737858182 | $70,300 |
| A. PHILIP RANDOLPH PULLMAN PORTER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 10406 S MARYLAND AVE | 7738508580 | $35,039 |
| CEDAR LAKE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7408 CONSTITUTION AVENUE | 2193746157 | $7,297 |
| NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2199442661 | $1,499 | |
| AFRICAN HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COMMISSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $463 | ||
| AMERICAN MUSEUM OF MILITARY VEHICLES | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| CALUMET CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7088329390 | ||
| CALUMET CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 760 WENTWORTH AVE | 7088329390 | |
| CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | SOUTH SHORE CULTURAL CENTER | 7732560595 | |
| CHICAGOLAND HISTORICAL BUS MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7088891426 | ||
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF CEDAR LAKE | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 2193746157 | ||
| DOLTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7082013310 | ||
| DUSABLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7739470600 | ||
| DYER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1 TOWN SQ | 2198656108 | |
| FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF WILL COUNTY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 27064 S DUTTON ROAD | 8157278700 | |
| GARY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| GARY HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2409 W 5TH AVE | ||
| GRIFFITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HAMMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2199315100 | ||
| HEBRON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2919963192 | ||
| HESSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2199315100 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OGDEN DUNES INDIANA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HOBART HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 706 E 4TH ST | 2199420970 | |
| HONORABLE ELIJAH MUHAMMAD COMMERATIVE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 233 BRENNER COURT | 3126351020 | |
| JOHN DILLINGER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2199897770 | ||
| LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2196623975 | ||
| LAKE STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LANSING HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 831 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE | ||
| MUSEUM AFRICA | HISTORY MUSEUM | 3128786402 | ||
| NORTHWEST INDIANA RAILROAD PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NORTHWEST INDIANA WOMENS MUSEUM OF GARY INDIANA | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | |||
| PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 2300 - 173RD STREET | ||
| PORTAGE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5250 US HIGHWAY 6 | 2197628349 | |
| PRESIDENT'S GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| PROJECT ZEAL | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| PULLMAN HISTORIC SITE NFP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7736602341 | ||
| PULLMAN STATE HISTORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7737858181 | ||
| ROSS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SOUTH HOLLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7084746300 | ||
| SOUTH LAKE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SOUTHEAST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7737217948 | ||
| THORNTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 114 N HUNTER STREET | 7088776569 | |
| THREE-CREEKS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WHITING-ROBERTSDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Ross
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1919 WEST 81ST AVENUE | 0.0 | 1,411,529 | |||
| CALUMET CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 660 MANISTEE AVENUE | 0.0 | 314,610 | |||
| HAMMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 564 STATE STREET | 0.0 | 208,884 | |||
| CROWN POINT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 122 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 201,916 | |||
| SOUTH HOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 16250 WAUSAU AVENUE | 0.0 | 177,300 | |||
| EAST CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2401 EAST COLUMBUS DRIVE | 0.0 | 164,000 | |||
| LANSING PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2750 INDIANA AVENUE | 0.0 | 159,815 | |||
| DOLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 14037 LINCOLN AVENUE | 0.0 | 110,186 | |||
| GLENWOOD-LYNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 19901 STONY ISLAND AVENUE | 0.0 | 104,962 | |||
| LOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1505 EAST COMMERCIAL AVENUE | 0.0 | 83,753 | |||
| NANCY L MCCONATHY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 21737 JEFFREY AVENUE | 0.0 | 40,126 | |||
| WHITING PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1735 OLIVER STREET | 0.0 | 39,853 | |||
| THORNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 115 EAST MARGARET STREET | 0.0 | 5,000 |
Farmers Markets in Ross
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61st Street Farmers Market | 6100 S. Blackstone Ave | 05/12/2018 to 12/15/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Chatham (Chicago) Farmers Market | E 87th Pl at S Langley Ave | ||||
| Crown Point Farmers Market | South Main Street | Visit | |||
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Greenstone United Methodist Church - Pullman | 11211 S. St. Lawrence Ave. | 11/7/2015 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - St. Stephen's Lutheran Church - Chicago | 8500 S. Maryland Ave. | 01/30/2016 to 01/30/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Highland Street Market | 3001 Ridge Road | 06/06/2015 to 10/17/2015 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Hobart Summer Market on the Lake | Festival Park - 111 E. Old Ridge Road | 06/05/2014 to 09/04/2014 | Thu: 3:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lan-Oak Park District Farmer's Market | Ridge & Grant Street | June to August | Wed:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lowell Farmers Market | 8402 W 159th Ave | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| Market of Life | 3510 W 15th Ave | 05/22/2020 to 07/24/2020 | Fri: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | ||
| Miller Beach Farmers Market | 667 S Lake St | 05/07/2017 to 09/24/2017 | Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Morgan Park (Chicago) Farmers Market | Shiloah M.B. Church lot, 92nd & Ashland | Visit | |||
| Munster Farmer's Market | 1005 N Centennial Drive | 05/04/2014 to 09/28/2014 | Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Portage Community Farmer's Market | 6300 South Founders Square Park | Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| Sears Tower Plaza Farmers Market | 233 S Wacker Dr. | ||||
| Shore Bank (Chicago) Farmers Market | Shore Bank Parking lot, 70th & Jeffery | Visit | |||
| South Chicago Farmers Market at Chief Nomo Oasis | 2650 E 83rd St | ||||
| South Holland's Town Center Market Place | 06/11/2016 to 10/01/2016 | Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| South Shore (Chicago) Farmers Market | 7054 S Jeffery Blvd | ||||
| Village of Thornton Market in the Park | 102 Hubbard St | 06/17/2015 to 09/30/2015 | Wed: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Winfield Farmers Market | 10645 Randolph St. | 06/29/2016 to 09/14/2016 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit |
Breweries in Ross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18th Street Brewery | Brewery | 5417 Oakley Ave | 2199398802 | Visit |
| Argus Brewery | Brewery Roseland, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Breweries, Tours, Brewery Tours, Beer & Ale Reta | 11314 S | 7739414050 | Visit |
| Brew and Blooms | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 7205 Calumet Ave | ||
| Brick Brewing Co | Micro-breweries | 305 Main St | 2199422337 | |
| Bulldog Brewing Company | Brewery and Bar | 1409 119th St | 2196555284 | Visit |
| One Trick Pony | Microbreweries, Breweries | 17845 Chappel Ave | ||
| Sporting Life Liquors | Liquor Stores, IN>Brewery, Gary, IN, Shopping & Stores, Gary Liquor Stores | 4635 Melton Rd | 2199381075 | |
| Three Floyds Brewery & Pub | In">brewery, In">pub, In>brewery, In>pub, Brewery, Pub, Restaurants, Indiana (in), Munster, Munster | 9570 Indiana Pkwy | 2199224425 | Visit |
| Three Floyds Brewery & Pub, 3 Floyds Brewery & Pub | Pub, Brewery | 9750 Indiana Pkwy | 2199224425 | Visit |
| Windmill Brewing | Brewery | 2121 Gettler St | 2194402189 | Visit |
Cell Towers in Ross
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 4024 E. 173rd Street | TOWER | 91 |
| 765-1 WEST 800 SOUTH ST (99243) | MTOWER | 78 |
| 765-1 WEST 800 SOUTH ST (99243) | MTOWER | 78 |
| 641 JOLIET ST (53162) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 641 JOLIET ST (53162) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 1450 WEST 180TH LANE (61456) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 1450 WEST 180TH LANE (61456) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 5914 MELTON ROAD (476) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 5914 MELTON ROAD (476) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655) | MTOWER | 58 |
| 402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655) | MTOWER | 58 |
| 3411 SHEFFIELD AVENUE (135932) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 3411 SHEFFIELD AVENUE (135932) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 6075 MELTON ROAD (61457) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 6075 MELTON ROAD (61457) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 19870 Stony Island Ave. (424) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 19870 Stony Island Ave. (424) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 740 RIVER DRIVE (393) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 740 RIVER DRIVE (393) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 4000 EAST 106TH STREET (129471) | MTOWER | 48 |
| 4000 EAST 106TH STREET (129471) | MTOWER | 48 |
| 9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468) | MTOWER | 48 |
| 9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468) | MTOWER | 48 |
| 3600 CANAL STREET (400) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 3600 CANAL STREET (400) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 29824 SOUTH STONEY ISLAND (17207) | LTOWER | 46 |
| 29824 SOUTH STONEY ISLAND (17207) | LTOWER | 46 |
| 711 TORRENCE AVENUE | TOWER | 45 |
| 7010 SOUTH STONY ISLAND AVENUE (100204) | MTOWER | 38 |
| 7010 SOUTH STONY ISLAND AVENUE (100204) | MTOWER | 38 |
| 240 112th Street (387) | MTOWER | 38 |
| 240 112th Street (387) | MTOWER | 38 |
| 3810 EAST 7TH AVENUE (392) | MTOWER | 37 |
| 3810 EAST 7TH AVENUE (392) | MTOWER | 37 |
| 16259 VAN DAM ROAD ( 370) | LTOWER | 31 |
| 16259 VAN DAM ROAD ( 370) | LTOWER | 31 |
| 21701 TORRANCE AVE (135882) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 21701 TORRANCE AVE (135882) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 3511 ILLINOIS ST (380) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 3511 ILLINOIS ST (380) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 12100 SOUTH AVENUE (358) | MTOWER | 27 |
| 12100 SOUTH AVENUE (358) | MTOWER | 27 |
Bridges in Ross
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1993 | 84 | 19,257 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2000 | 223 | 16,643 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1998 | 142 | 15,371 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1964 | 120 | 9,908 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2002 | 219 | 3,822 | G | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1990 | 32 | 1,973 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2003 | 223 | 100 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Ross
3 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dyer, IN | 913 Sheffield Avenue | TRAIN |
| Gary, IN | 100 West 4th Avenue | BUS |
| Hammond-Whiting, IN | 1135 North Calumet Avenue | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Ross
7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BETA STEEL | 6600 U.S. HIGHWAY 12 | PORTER |
| BETA STEEL | 6600 U.S. HIGHWAY 12 | PORTER |
| BP PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 2815 INDIANAPOLIS BOULEVARD | LAKE |
| CHEWTON GLEN ENERGY | COTTAGE GROVE & 17TH STREET | COOK |
| OIL TECHNOLOGY, INC./U.S. STEEL GARY | ONE NORTH BROADWAY | LAKE |
| PORTSIDE ENERGY CORP | 6290 US HWY 12 | PORTER |
| WHITING CLEAN ENERGY | 2155 STANDARD AVENUE | LAKE |
Airports Near Ross
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Midway International Airport | MDW | Large Airport |
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | ORD | Large Airport |
| Chicago Executive Airport | PWK | Medium Airport |
| Gary/Chicago International Airport | GYY | Medium Airport |
| Greater Kankakee Airport | IKK | Medium Airport |
| Michigan City Municipal Airport | MGC | Medium Airport |
| Porter County Municipal Airport | VPZ | Medium Airport |
| Alley Oop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Benoit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Berns Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blackhawk Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bodin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braden Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brookeridge Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Bult Field | — | Small Airport |
| Clarence C Johnson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Classic Landings Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crown Point Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Culp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Culp Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enjoy Field | — | Small Airport |
| Flying M Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying U Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gilmore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Griffith-Merrillville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gutwein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gutwein Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hallmark Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hobart Sky Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jasper County Airport | RNZ | Small Airport |
| Johnson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kankakee Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Porte Municipal Airport | LPO | Small Airport |
| Lake Village Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lansing Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lewis University Airport | LOT | Small Airport |
| Lou Abbett Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lowell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mussman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neiner Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Norm's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Norman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| North West Indiana Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orthodontic Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Raymond Classen Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Schaumburg Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Singleton's Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Ross
34 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Burnham Police Department | 14450 South Manistee Avenue | |
| Calumet City Police Department | 1200 Pulaski Road | |
| Chicago Police Department 3rd District | 7040 South Cottage Grove Avenue | |
| Chicago Police Department 4th District | 2255 East 103rd Street | |
| Chicago Police Department Mounted Unit Horse Stables | 7059 South South Shore Drive | |
| Chicago Police/Cook County Helicopter Task Force | 9356 South Kreiter Avenue | |
| Chicago State University Police Department | CSU Drive | |
| Cook County Sheriff's Police | 1343 Ellis Avenue | |
| Dolton Police Department | 14030 Park Avenue | |
| Dyer Police Department | 2150 Hart Street | |
| East Chicago Police Department | 2301 East Columbus Drive | |
| Gary Police Department | 555 Polk Street | |
| Glenwood Police Department | 1 Asselborn Way | |
| Hammond Police Department | 509 Douglas Street | |
| Hebron Police Station | 611 N Main Street | |
| Highland Police Department | 3315 Ridge Road | |
| Hobart Police Department | East 4th Street | |
| Lake County Sheriff's Department | 2293 North Main Street | |
| Lansing Police Department | 2710 East 170th Street | |
| Lowell Police Department | 1333 East Commercial Avenue | |
| Lynwood Police Department | 21460 Lincoln Highway | |
| Merrillvilel Police Substation | 5474 Broadway | |
| Merrillville Police Department | 7820 Broadway | |
| Munster Police Department | 1001 Ridge Road | |
| NICTD Transit Police Department | 5615 Indianapolis Boulevard | |
| Purdue University Police | ||
| Sauk Village Police Department | 21701 Torrence Avenue | |
| Schererville Police Department | 25 East Joliet Street | |
| South Holland Police Department | 16330 South Park Avenue | |
| Thornton Police Department | 700 Park Avenue | |
| University of Chicago Police Department | 850 East 61st Street | |
| Whiting Police Department | 1914 Schrage Avenue | |
| Winfield Police Department | 10645 Randolph Street | |
| Winfield Police Department | 10645 Randolph Street |
Grocery Stores in Ross
28 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 49 & Broadway Inc. | Convenience Store | 4890 Broadway |
| ALDI 62029 62029 | Supermarket | 3311 Grant St |
| Allstar | Convenience Store | 5208 Broadway |
| Barbara's Cupcakes Creations And Cakes | Convenience Store | 5284 Broadway |
| Broadway Gas Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 4500 Broadway |
| Buddy Petroleum Inc/ D Mart | Convenience Store | 4301 Cleveland St |
| Citgo | Convenience Store | 4700 Broadway |
| Citgo 1 | Convenience Store | 2490 Clark Rd |
| Citgo 5285 | Convenience Store | 5285 Broadway |
| CVS 6917 | Other | 5301 Broadway |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 19108 | Other | 4157 Cleveland St |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 7563 | Other | 6161 Cleveland St |
| Family Dollar 10370 | Other | 4330 Broadway |
| Family Dollar 2042 | Other | 5377 Broadway |
| Family Dollar 6937 | Other | 61 E Ridge Rd |
| Fish Man Seafood | Specialty Store | 5050 Broadway |
| Golo 61st | Convenience Store | 6085 Cleveland Cir |
| Himmat | Convenience Store | 2900 Burr St |
| Magic Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 719 W 45th Ave |
| One Stop Shop On Cleveland Inc | Convenience Store | 5695 Cleveland St |
| Pilot Travel Center 271 | Convenience Store | 2501 Burr St |
| Pilot Travel Center 719 | Convenience Store | 2945 Burr St |
| Prince LLC Save | Convenience Store | 800 W 61st Ave |
| Save At Save 2 | Convenience Store | 1538 W Ridge Rd |
| Save-A-Lot Food Store 45048 | Supermarket | 5420 Broadway |
| Speedmart | Convenience Store | 5689 Harrison St |
| Speedway 3991 | Convenience Store | 3201 Grant St |
| Travelcenters Of America 010 | Convenience Store | 2510 Burr St |
Treatment Centers in Ross
37 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Access Behavioral Health - CTF Illinois | Both | 708-429-1260 x3274 |
| Access Brandon Family Health Ctr | Substance Abuse | 773-721-7600 |
| Apostolic Youth and Family Servs Inc | Substance Abuse | 219-981-2937 |
| Awakenings Counseling Center | Substance Abuse | 219-791-9083 |
| Carrie Marie Social Service Agency Inc | Substance Abuse | 312-468-5336 |
| Christian Community Health Center - Calumet City | Substance Abuse | 773-233-4100 |
| Christian Community Health Center - South Holland | Substance Abuse | 773-233-4100 |
| Crown Counseling LLC | Substance Abuse | 219-663-6353 |
| Dockside Services Inc | Substance Abuse | 219-838-8001 |
| Drexel Counseling Services Inc | Substance Abuse | 773-731-5395 |
| Franciscan Alliance Inc - Franciscan Health Dyer | Both | 800-783-7663 |
| Fresh Start Counseling Services | Substance Abuse | 219-933-7990 |
| Fresh Start Counseling Services | Substance Abuse | 219-736-5990 |
| Friend Family Health Center - Cottage Grove | Substance Abuse | 312-682-6110 |
| Friend Family Health Center - Woodlawn | Substance Abuse | 773-702-2193 |
| Grand Prairie Services | Both | 708-754-8815 |
| Great Heights OTP - Calumet City | Substance Abuse | 708-862-8156 |
| Heartland Recovery Center | Both | 219-690-7025 |
| Heartland Wellness Center | Substance Abuse | 219-690-7025 |
| HRDI - Roseland Mens Residential | Substance Abuse | 773-660-4630 |
| HRDI/Harriet Tubman Womens - Residential Treatment | Substance Abuse | 773-660-4630 |
| Human Resources Development Inst - SW Opioid Treatment Program | Substance Abuse | 773-660-4630 x2355 |
| Ibekie Foundation Inc | Both | 219-769-4400 |
| Indiana Center for Recovery - Outpatient Services LLC | Substance Abuse | 219-327-2977 |
| Integrative Counseling Services | Substance Abuse | 219-595-5944 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Mental Health | 773-371-2900 |
| Midwest Treatment Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 708-889-9742 |
| Northshore Health Centers | Both | 219-763-8112 |
| Porter Starke Services Inc | Both | 219-762-9557 |
| Regional Health Systems - Lakeside Counseling Center | Both | 219-972-0131 |
| Regional Health Systems - Ridgewood | Both | 219-769-4005 |
| Regional Health Systems - Stark Center | Both | 219-398-7050 |
| Regional Health Systems - Strawhun Center | Both | 219-769-4005 |
| Renewed Hope Community Services | Substance Abuse | 773-783-3579 |
| Saint Catherine Hospital - Behavioral Health Services | Mental Health | 219-392-7466 |
| Semoran Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Gary LP | Substance Abuse | 219-938-4651 |
| South Shore Hospital - Medical Detox Services | Substance Abuse | 773-356-5000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ross
What is the population of Ross?
Ross has a population of 6,740 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,189 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.
Is Ross expensive to live in?
Ross 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 $53,824, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,600 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,085 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Ross safe?
Ross is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 254 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,803 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ross receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Ross?
Ross has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 40.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.
How is the job market in Ross?
Ross has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,177. There are 11,872 business establishments in the area, including 1,110 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Ross?
The median home value in Ross is $114,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,311. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,085. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,190.
How are the schools in Ross?
Schools in Ross score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Ross hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school.
How healthy is Ross?
The obesity rate in Ross is 37.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 23.0% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression. 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,971.
What is transportation like in Ross?
The average commute in Ross is 27 minutes. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Ross?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Ross is 62.9% White, 14.7% Black or African American. 6.4% of the population are military veterans.
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