Simonton Lake, IN

Indiana · Elkhart County · Elkhart-Goshen Metro

Simonton Lake is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,113. Residents earn $74,233 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

4,113 Population 1,220/sq mi density

$74,233 Median Income $41,254 per capita

$230,600 Home Value $219,024 Zillow

$1,101 Median Rent 42.6% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

1,258 Violent Crime/100K 4,445 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$74,233 median income, 1.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$230,600 home value, $1,101/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

1,258 violent crimes/100K (231% above avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

24.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $74,233

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $230,600

18% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1,258/100K

231% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.3%

28% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,101

5% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.3%

35% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.0%

44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,113

Median Age49.5 yrs

Density1,220/mi²

Male / Female49% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median Income$74,233

Per Capita$41,254

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty7.0%

County GDP$20,586M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$230,600

Rent$1,101

Ownership79.2%

Zillow$219,024

Housing Units2,004

Rent Burden42.6%

Crime

Violent1,258/100K

Property4,445/100K

Health

Obesity43.3%

Uninsured10.3%

Smoking17.5%

Depression26.6%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.3%

High School+89.8%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score5.54

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%

Commute21 min

Broadband92.6%

EV Stations10

Libraries11

Is Simonton Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simonton Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Simonton Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simonton Lake is $74,233, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simonton Lake is $230,600, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,101 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,258 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,445 per 100,000, 127% above the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Simonton Lake 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 39.9 inches, including 45.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Simonton Lake has a population of 4,113 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 5.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents, while 10% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,113

Total Population

1,220

People / sq mi

49.5yrs

Median Age

27% above US avg

3.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Simonton Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%

15% above US avg

Spanish 10.0%

25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simonton Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simonton Lake is $74,233, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,254. The average weekly wage is $1,195, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,293 business establishments, including 426 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Simonton Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,233
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,254
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,195
IRS Avg AGI	$75,434
Gini Index	0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.0%
	44% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,293
County GDP	$20,586M

Business (County)

Restaurants	426
Healthcare	404
Retail	716
Manufacturing	835

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,493
	28% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.9 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Simonton Lake is $230,600, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,024. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,101 (5% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,004 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $4,493 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 42.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$230,600
	18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$219,024
Median List Price	$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$320,000
$/Sq Ft	$118
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.6%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,101
	5% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	79.2%
Owner-Occupied	79.2%
Renter-Occupied	20.8%
Housing Units	2,004
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,493
	28% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.95%

In Simonton Lake, 43.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 35.7% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,049. The dentist ratio is 1:2,434. 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Simonton Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.3%
	35% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	35.7%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.0%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.5%
	25% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	24.4%
Depression	26.6%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.0%
Uninsured	10.3%
	20% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,049
Dentists	1:2,434
Mental Health	1:558
Checkup Rate	78.4%
Dental Visits	58.9%
Premature Death	8,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	73.2%
Healthcare Facilities	404

Simonton Lake has a violent crime rate of 1,258 per 100,000 residents, 231% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,445 per 100,000, 127% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 39 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Simonton Lake receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1,257.6/100K
	231% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,444.6/100K
	127% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	39
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Simonton Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°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 39.9 inches. The area receives 45.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.3°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	781 ft (238 m)
Area	3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density	1,220/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7542°N, 85.9705°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Elkhart County County
Nearest Airport	South Bend International (SBN) 18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 45.2"

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0446 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	83.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	45.3 / 100
Community Resilience	61.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
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: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	70 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	88 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	45 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	134 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

417 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 141 fatalities, 1,774 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	68 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	27 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	81 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	27 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	67 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	27 km	36
May 27, 2019	EF3	87 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	53 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	41 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	79 km	1
May 15, 1986	EF3	85 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	56 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	64 km	5
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	83 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	77 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	56 km	5
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	44 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	68 km	10
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	47 km	0

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	76 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	92 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.9 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.7 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.8 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
May	60°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	69°F (20°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	71°F (21°C)	3.7 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.7 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.0 in
November	40°F (4°C)	3.0 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	2.9 in

Simonton Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.7").

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Simonton Lake is located in Elkhart County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 24.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.5% of the vote, a 32.4-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%

D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	39
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.3%
	28% below US avg
High School+	89.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	5.54

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,220/sq mi
Total Area	3.4 sq mi
County	Elkhart County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.6%
Avg Download Speed	105.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	27.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	10
Alt Fuel Stations	17
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	404
Restaurants	426
Retail Stores	716

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.9 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.4%

Average costs for common services in Simonton Lake. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Top Industries in Elkhart County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	60,633	860	$65,456	5.81
Health Care & Social Assistance	11,090	374	$60,094	0.61
Retail Trade	9,748	696	$35,511	0.77
Wholesale Trade	7,005	440	$70,111	1.40
Accommodation & Food Services	6,843	397	$21,119	0.59
Construction	4,204	550	$71,712	0.63
Administrative & Waste Services	3,978	249	$40,425	0.53
Management of Companies	2,588	42	$225,202	1.21
Other Services	2,545	388	$51,269	0.67
Transportation & Warehousing	2,297	215	$64,779	0.43
Professional & Technical Services	2,210	393	$80,972	0.25
Finance & Insurance	1,790	222	$80,787	0.35
Real Estate	1,028	190	$56,332	0.52
Educational Services	755	36	$35,213	0.29
Information & Technology	472	52	$66,701	0.20
Arts & Entertainment	467	50	$22,998	0.22
Utilities	192	8	$135,272	0.40

Radio Stations near Simonton Lake

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WETF-LP FM 105.7 South Bend, IN	—	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Simonton Lake

14 national parks and monuments found near Simonton Lake.

Park	Type	Fee
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren 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

Historical Trends — Simonton Lake

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	4,653	$49,583
2015	4,446	$56,353
2017	4,615	$59,188
2019	5,362	$53,818
2021	4,824	$63,125
2023	4,113	$74,233

Museums in Simonton Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GOSHEN COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5745357000	$36,079,896
WELLFIELD BOTANIC GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5742662006	$2,201,575
RV-MH HERITAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5742932344	$1,127,848
MIDWEST MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM		5742936660	$685,057
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD SOCIETY OF CASS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2696460401	$125,337
MENNONITE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5745357418	$35,571
ELKHART COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5748484322	$11,848
CASS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 E DIVISION ST	2697832560
CASS COUNTY PIONEER LOG CABIN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	400 S BROADWAY ST	2694453759
EDWARDSBURG MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ELKHART COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5748484322
GOSHEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5745331053
HALL OF HEROES SUPER HERO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742930755
JIMTOWN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5745223362
MILLER'S RAY ANTIQUE AUTO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5745220539
NATIONAL NEW YORK CONTROL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742943001
NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
OSCEOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUTHMERE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742640330
RUTHMERE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2192640330
SMITHS CHAPEL HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
USS JOSEPH STRAUSS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7169854273
WAKARUSA HISTORICAL MUSEUMS	GENERAL MUSEUM
WAKARUSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	403 E WABASH AVE	5748621181
WOODLAWN NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	604 WOODLAWN AVE	5742640525

Libraries in Simonton Lake

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MISHAWAKA-PENN-HARRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 LINCOLN WAY EAST	480,564
ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY	300 SOUTH 2ND STREET	303,879
GOSHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY	601 SOUTH 5TH STREET	197,867
CASS DISTRICT LIBRARY	319 M-62 NORTH	73,992
DOWAGIAC DISTRICT LIBRARY	211 COMMERCIAL STREET	49,320
WAKARUSA-OLIVE & HARRISON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	124 NORTH ELKHART STREET	47,788
BRISTOL-WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	505 WEST VISTULA STREET	36,019

Farmers Markets in Simonton Lake

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cassopolis Farmers Market	980 East State Street (across from the Phillips 66 station)				Visit
Elkhart Community Farmer's Market	100 North Elkhart Ave.	June to October	Sat:9:00 am - 3:00 pm;
Farmers Market	South Elkhart Street-across from the post office
Goshen Farmers Market	212 W Washington St	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Granger Farmers Market	12435 Adams Road	05/01/2014 to 09/01/2014	Tue: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Woodlawn Nature Center Harvest Market	604 Woodlawn Ave	05/23/2014 to 10/10/2014	Fri: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Simonton Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bare Hands Brewery	Brewers	12804 Sandy Ct	5742772258	Visit
Blue Lantern Steak & Seafood	Bars & Grills Beer Taverns & Pubs Steak House Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Steak & Chop Restaurants, B	928 E Mckinley Ave	574-255-2005, 5742552005	Visit
Evil Czech Brewery	Brewers	3703 N Main St	5748553070, 5742593845	Visit

Cell Towers in Simonton Lake

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
BRISTOL CELL SITE - 55042 STATE ROAD 15	TOWER	127
Vandalia Cell Site 500 Airport Road	TOWER	125
24811 BUTCH SETTLEMENT ROAD (118576)	GTOWER	97
24811 BUTCH SETTLEMENT ROAD (118576)	GTOWER	97
68183 M40 (111610)	GTOWER	95
10844 MCKINLEY HIGHWAY	TOWER	95
68183 M40 (111610)	GTOWER	95
27427 Building A M 60 West (110737)	LTOWER	81
27427 Building A M 60 West (110737)	LTOWER	81
63795 - 3 INDIANA STATE ROAD 19	LTOWER	79
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
63795 - 3 INDIANA STATE ROAD 19	LTOWER	79
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
52530 Beech Road	GTOWER	76
52530 Beech Road	GTOWER	76
13519 COUNTY ROAD 34	TOWER	65
S BEECH ROAD AND PATTERSON ROAD	LTOWER	60
S BEECH ROAD AND PATTERSON ROAD	LTOWER	60
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
29698 COUNTY ROAD 2	MTOWER	59
29698 COUNTY ROAD 2	MTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	59
70400 THARP LAKE ROAD (18927)	MTOWER	59
70400 THARP LAKE ROAD (18927)	MTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	59
2630-B Old US 20 West	MTOWER	59
2630-B Old US 20 West	MTOWER	59
13519 County Road 34	GTOWER	54
13519 County Road 34	GTOWER	54
2257 Reum Rd. (111090)	GTOWER	52
2257 Reum Rd. (111090)	GTOWER	52
52861 County Road 11	GTOWER	50
GRANGER CELL SITE: 11035 ANDERSON ROAD	TOWER	50
52861 County Road 11	GTOWER	50
DRAGOON CELL SITE - 60094 DOGWOOD ROAD {ADJACENT TO}	TOWER	50
East of County Line Rd on Lincolnway	GTOWER	49
East of County Line Rd on Lincolnway	GTOWER	49

Bridges in Simonton Lake

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1956	28	26,610	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	63	18,719	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	194	14,300	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	103	14,130	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	103	14,130	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	194	14,130	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	112	13,305	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	112	13,305	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	246	9,830	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	246	9,830	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	94	9,089	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1941	45	8,072	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	273	6,435	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	265	5,475	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	238	3,190	F
Culvert	Concrete	1958	36	2,837	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	60	2,555	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	216	1,785	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1932	26	148	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	48	146	P

Amtrak Stations in Simonton Lake

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Dowagiac, MI	200 Depot Drive	TRAIN
Elkhart, IN	131 Tyler Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Simonton Lake

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AM GENERAL LLC	13200 MCKINLEY HWY	ST. JOSEPH

Airports Near Simonton Lake

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field	BTL	Medium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
South Bend International Airport	SBN	Medium Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Field	—	Small Airport
Andrews University Airpark	—	Small Airport
Arens Field	—	Small Airport
Arrowhead Farm 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
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
C. V. Airport	—	Small Airport
Chain-O-Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Confer's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crump Airport	—	Small Airport
David Beiswanger Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Ddt Field	—	Small Airport
Dick's Strip	—	Small Airport
Dillon Airport	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Drake Field	—	Small Airport
Dreessen Field	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	RCR	Small Airport
Gaerte Airport	—	Small Airport
Gerig's Field	—	Small Airport
Gordon Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
Green Field	—	Small Airport
H R Weisser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hancock Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Homestead Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Hustons Airport	—	Small Airport
I & C Field	—	Small Airport
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport	NLE	Small Airport
Kay Field	—	Small Airport
Kendallville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Simonton Lake

12 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Cass County Sheriff Department	321 North M-62
Cass County Sheriff Department	321 North M-62
Cassopolis Police Department
Cassopolis Police Department
Dowagiac Police Department
Edwardsburg Police Department
Goshen Police Department	111 East Jefferson Street
Howard Township Police Department
Indiana State Police
IUSB Police Department
Mishawaka Police Department	200 North Church Street
Osceola Police Department	850 Lincoln Way West

Grocery Stores in Simonton Lake

16 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 32423	Convenience Store	909 County Road 6 W
7-Eleven 40505H	Convenience Store	2961 Moose Trl
7-Eleven 40508H	Convenience Store	28054 County Road 4 West
7-Eleven Store 22000D	Convenience Store	3601 Cassopolis St
ALDI 62024 62024	Supermarket	2810 Emerson Dr
Casey's General Store 3072	Convenience Store	839 CR 6 E
CVS Pharmacy 6460	Other	3600 Cassopolis St
Dollar General 11280	Other	3716 Cassopolis St
Dollar Tree 2005	Other	280 County Road 6 E
Gordon Food Service Store MP051	Supermarket	2700 Cassopolis St
Martin's Super Markets 2315	Super Store	120 Sanford School Rd
Pl Expo Elkhart 66 Inc	Convenience Store	3320 Cassopolis St
Pulse	Convenience Store	501 County Road 6 E
Simonton Lake Marathon	Convenience Store	51451 State Road 19
Walgreens 11795	Other	3551 Cassopolis St
Walmart 2679	Super Store	175 County Road 6 W

Treatment Centers in Simonton Lake

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addictions Recovery Centers Inc	Substance Abuse	574-533-6154
Addictions Recovery Centers Inc	Substance Abuse	574-293-1086
CleanSlate Centers - Elkhart	Substance Abuse	574-218-7131
Crossroads Counseling	Substance Abuse	574-233-4183
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc	Both	574-533-1234
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc	Both	574-533-1234
VA Northern Indiana Healthcare System - St Joseph CBOC	Both	574-272-9000

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Frequently Asked Questions About Simonton Lake

What is the population of Simonton Lake?

Simonton Lake has a population of 4,113 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,220 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Simonton Lake expensive to live in?

Simonton Lake 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 $74,233, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,600 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,101 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Simonton Lake safe?

Public safety is a concern in Simonton Lake, with a violent crime rate of 1,258 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,445 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Simonton Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Simonton Lake?

Simonton Lake 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 39.9 inches, with 45.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Simonton Lake?

The job market in Simonton Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,195. There are 5,293 business establishments in the area, including 426 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Simonton Lake?

The median home value in Simonton Lake is $230,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,024. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,101. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,493.

How are the schools in Simonton Lake?

Schools in Simonton Lake score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.3% of adults in Simonton Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Simonton Lake?

The obesity rate in Simonton Lake is 43.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,049.

What is transportation like in Simonton Lake?

The average commute in Simonton Lake is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Simonton Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Simonton Lake is 75.9% White, 5.3% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 90% of residents speak only English at home, while 10% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.8% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Elkhart, IN 53,726 pop · 4.4 mi Edwardsburg, MI 1,244 pop · 6.5 mi Bristol, IN 1,903 pop · 7.9 mi Osceola, IN 2,583 pop · 8.3 mi Granger, IN 30,279 pop · 8.5 mi Dunlap, IN 6,602 pop · 8.6 mi Cassopolis, MI 1,763 pop · 11.1 mi Mishawaka, IN 50,907 pop · 11.4 mi Notre Dame, IN 6,754 pop · 14.3 mi Goshen, IN 34,374 pop · 14.4 mi Niles, MI 11,838 pop · 15.3 mi Wakarusa, IN 2,519 pop · 15.6 mi South Bend, IN 102,866 pop · 16.3 mi White Pigeon, MI 1,637 pop · 16.7 mi

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