Shipshewana, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · LaGrange County County
Shipshewana, IN
At a Glance
How Shipshewana Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shipshewana's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shipshewana a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shipshewana residents earn a median household income of $57,679 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,919. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,037 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shipshewana is $255,000 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $404,165. Median rent is $779/month, with 32.2% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Shipshewana reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,750/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Shipshewana hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 78.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shipshewana has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches.