Tipton, IN

Indiana · Tipton County · Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro

Tipton is a small city in Indiana with a population of 5,255. Residents earn $64,709 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

5,255 Population 1,918/sq mi density

$64,709 Median Income $35,063 per capita

$148,800 Home Value $232,000 Zillow

$853 Median Rent 16.2% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

177 Violent Crime/100K 670 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$64,709 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$148,800 home value, $853/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

177 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $64,709

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $148,800

47% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 177/100K

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.2%

31% lower than US avg

Median Rent $853

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.5%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.8%

11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,255

Median Age40.3 yrs

Density1,918/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$64,709

Per Capita$35,063

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty13.8%

County GDP$736M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$148,800

Rent$853

Ownership67.8%

Zillow$232,000

Housing Units2,542

Rent Burden16.2%

Crime

Violent177/100K

Property670/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault138/100K

Burglary118/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking17.8%

Depression27.7%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation870 ft (265 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.2%

High School+88.6%

Graduate+7.6%

School Score5.96

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute22 min

Broadband90.3%

EV Stations14

Libraries2

Is Tipton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tipton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Tipton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tipton is $64,709, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tipton is $148,800, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Tipton is below the national average at 177 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 670 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tipton has a population of 5,255 with a density of 1,918 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.6% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,255

Total Population

1,918

People / sq mi

40.3yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

2.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tipton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.7%

87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tipton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tipton is $64,709, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,063. The average weekly wage is $1,111, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 348 business establishments, including 24 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tipton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,709
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,063
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,111
IRS Avg AGI	$67,822
Gini Index	0.371 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.8%
	11% above US avg
Establishments (County)	348
County GDP	$736M

Business (County)

Restaurants	24
Healthcare	39
Retail	44
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,278
	35% below US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.7 min
Drive Alone	70.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tipton is $148,800, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,000, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $845 for a one-bedroom to $1,109 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,542 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $2,278 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 16.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$148,800
	47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$232,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$853
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	16.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$840
1 Bedroom	$845
2 Bedrooms	$1,109
3 Bedrooms	$1,330
4 Bedrooms	$1,725

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.8%
Owner-Occupied	67.8%
Renter-Occupied	32.2%
Housing Units	2,542
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,278
	35% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.53%

In Tipton, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.7% have high blood pressure. 17.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 24.7% are physically inactive. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,843. The dentist ratio is 1:1,707. 57.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.5%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	33.7%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	7.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.8%
	27% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	24.7%
Depression	27.7%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.9%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,843
Dentists	1:1,707
Mental Health	1:1,387
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	59.5%
Premature Death	8,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	57.0%
Healthcare Facilities	39

Tipton has a violent crime rate of 177 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 138.0 per 100,000, robbery at 19.7, rape at 19.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 670 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 532, burglary at 118, vehicle theft at 20 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Tipton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	177.4/100K
	53% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	19.7/100K
Robbery	19.7/100K
Assault	138.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	670.1/100K
	66% below US avg
Burglary	118.3/100K
Theft	532.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	19.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	39
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 870 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	870 ft (265 m)
Area	2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density	1,918/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2825°N, 86.0432°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Tipton County County
Nearest Airport	Delaware County Regional (MIE) 34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"

12% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.13"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	8.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	83.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 17, 2021.

Jun 17, 2021	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.8	117 km
Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	82 km
Dec 20, 1990	5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana	M3.7	92 km
Apr 14, 2000	4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana	M3.6	84 km
Dec 17, 1990	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.2	88 km
Dec 16, 1996	3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana	M3.1	145 km
Apr 17, 1990	8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio	M3.0	103 km
Apr 4, 1994	2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio	M2.9	140 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	132 km
Jan 30, 2004	2 km S of Rockford, Ohio	M2.5	126 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

624 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 96 fatalities, 2,030 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 11, 1998	EF4	56 km	0
Apr 26, 1994	EF4	80 km	3
Jul 9, 1980	EF4	88 km	2
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	84 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	71 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	68 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	95 km	18
May 14, 1972	EF4	57 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	76 km	28
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	67 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	31 km	25
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	64 km	4
Apr 25, 1961	EF4	81 km	0
Mar 6, 1956	EF4	51 km	1
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	79 km	1
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	83 km	0
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	44 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	64 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	78 km	0
Aug 24, 2016	EF3	23 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.1 in
March	39°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.9 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.0 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.7 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	65°F (18°C)	3.0 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.8 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.3 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.1 in

Tipton has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.1").

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Tipton is located in Tipton County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 23.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.6% of the vote, a 50.8-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 39 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	39
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.2%
	31% below US avg
High School+	88.6%
Graduate Degree+	7.6%
School Test Score	5.96

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,918/sq mi
Total Area	2.5 sq mi
County	Tipton County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.3%
Avg Download Speed	96.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	21.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	14
Alt Fuel Stations	20
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	39
Restaurants	24
Retail Stores	44

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.7 min
Drive Alone	70.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Average costs for common services in Tipton. 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 Tipton County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	972	23	$83,719	2.66
Retail Trade	467	44	$39,558	1.05
Agriculture & Forestry	426	26	$59,975	11.82
Construction	425	46	$67,445	1.82
Wholesale Trade	164	18	$79,366	0.93
Professional & Technical Services	137	27	$80,072	0.44
Finance & Insurance	108	19	$72,720	0.60
Administrative & Waste Services	50	14	$39,577	0.19
Management of Companies	20	4	$149,421	0.27
Real Estate	7	5	$53,829	0.10

Hospitals in Tipton

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH TIPTON HOSPITAL INC	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(765) 675-8500

Schools in Tipton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Tipton Elementary School	Elementary	668	42	15.9:1
Tipton High School	High	439	37	11.9:1
Tipton Middle School	Middle	335	26	12.9:1

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Radio Stations near Tipton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
88.5 WHHC HD1	00s, 10s	MP3
101.3 WHHC FM GoesCrazy Sports Network	sports	MP3

National Parks Near Tipton

16 national parks and monuments found near Tipton.

Park	Type	Fee
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Cataract Falls	State Park	Free
Eiteljorg Museum	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park - Harrison Inn	State Park	Free
Imax Theatre	State Park	Free
Indiana War Memorial	State Park	Free
Mccormick's Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Military Park	State Park	Free
Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Ouabache State Park	State Park	Free
Prophetstown State Park	State Park	Free
Summit Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
University Park	State Park	Free
White River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Tipton

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	5,089	$39,592
2015	4,994	$39,099
2017	4,963	$46,310
2019	4,959	$52,538
2021	5,271	$57,176
2023	5,276	$64,709

Museums in Tipton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
INDIANA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	825 PARK DRIVE	3177736000	$604,829
HOWARD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7654524314	$284,550
TIPTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7656755828	$210,712
FIRSTS AUTOMOTIVE HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$102,855
SHERIDAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177585054	$45,344
NOBLESVILLE PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3174261672	$23,797
HOWARD COUNTY AUTOMOTIVE HERITAGE HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM			$14,373
ELWOOD HAYNES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7654567500
ELWOOD-PIPECREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1403 MADISON ROAD	7655529849
GREENTOWN GLASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 161	7656286206
GREENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 313	7656283800
HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177700775
HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177700775
HOOSIER KITEFLIERS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUSSIAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHERIDAN MAIN STREET	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WENDELL L WILLKIE MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WESTFIELD-WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	145 S UNION STREET	3178045365

Libraries in Tipton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY	ONE LIBRARY PLAZA	875,065
KOKOMO-HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	220 NORTH UNION STREET	511,198
WESTFIELD WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	333 WEST HOOVER STREET	181,834
NORTH MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	1600 MAIN STREET	142,132
TIPTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	127 EAST MADISON STREET	107,597
SHERIDAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	103 WEST FIRST STREET	65,000
GREENTOWN & EASTERN HOWARD SCHOOL PUBLIC LIBRARY	421 SOUTH HARRISON STREET	63,000
HAMILTON NORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 WEST BRINTON STREET	52,234
SWAYZEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET	10,000

Farmers Markets in Tipton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Cicero Farmers Market	Port Cicero Shopping Plaza
Kokomo Downtown Farmers' Market	Intersection of Mulberry and Washington Streets	04/25/2015 to 10/10/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Visit
Marketplace at Westfield	3333 East State Rd.			Visit
Noblesville Farmers Market	St Rd 32	05/13/2017 to 10/14/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Tipton County Farmer's Market	135 E. Jefferson Street
Westfield Farmers Market	211 N Union Street	June to August	Fri:4:30 PM - 7:30 PM;	Visit

Breweries in Tipton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Daddy's O Pub	, Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, And Equipment Stores, Beer Pubs & Taverns, Cocktail Loun	97 W Jackson St	3179842422
Deer Creek Brewery	Brewery	17661 Cumberland Rd	3176748284
Grand Junction Brewing Company	American Restaurant, hardware, home and garden, Brewery, house supplies	110 S Union St	3178962751, 3178045168	Visit
Handle Bar The	Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Take Out Restaurants, Restaurants, Pub Food, recreat	1252 N Main St	7654579889

Nursing Homes in Tipton

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 300 FAIRGROUNDS RD	For profit - Corporation	150	137	1/5	—	3/5	3/5	7656758791

Pharmacies in Tipton

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6630	711 EAST JEFFERSON STREET	765-675-3400
MARSH SUPERMARKET - 0089	899 EAST JEFFERSON STREET	765-675-6794
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	100 MILL STREET	765-675-2626

Cell Towers in Tipton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(POINT ISABEL) SR 13	TOWER	100
11270 NORTH 1000 WEST	GTOWER	91
11270 NORTH 1000 WEST	GTOWER	91
County Road S 800 E	TOWER	91
1730 E VAILE AVE	TOWER	90
1948 South 1150 West (110952)	LTOWER	82
1948 South 1150 West (110952)	LTOWER	82
19999 MONTANA ROAD (1559)	LTOWER	77
19999 MONTANA ROAD (1559)	LTOWER	77
27100 Cal Carson Road (58928)	LTOWER	75
27100 Cal Carson Road (58928)	LTOWER	75
24401 Boone County Line Rd. (101167)	GTOWER	64
24401 Boone County Line Rd. (101167)	GTOWER	64
920 Millbrook Lane	TOWER	61
7777 W. 500 S.	MTOWER	61
7777 W. 500 S.	MTOWER	61
23933 STATE RD 37 NORTH (58912)	LTOWER	59
8910 281st Street East (110502)	MTOWER	59
8910 281st Street East (110502)	MTOWER	59
23933 STATE RD 37 NORTH (58912)	LTOWER	59
114 EAST 236TH STREET (58890)	GTOWER	59
114 EAST 236TH STREET (58890)	GTOWER	59
2669 South 900 East (42201)	MTOWER	59
2669 South 900 East (42201)	MTOWER	59
24910 US HIGHWAY 31	TOWER	59
11695 State Road 22 East (110887)	GTOWER	57
11695 State Road 22 East (110887)	GTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Tipton

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cicero Township Fire Department	750 Development DR	Mostly volunteer			765-675-8004
Tipton Fire Department	227 E Jefferson ST	Mostly career			765-675-4633

Power Plants Near Tipton

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
TIPTON SOLAR PARK	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-86.1	OP

Bridges in Tipton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2002	22	7,057	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1956	56	7,057	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1989	76	5,321	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1986	124	5,008	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1957	52	3,632	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	52	2,025	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1972	110	1,675	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	156	1,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	128	875	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1967	54	650	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	60	525	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1964	72	450	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	48	450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2010	212	350	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1984	82	280	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	113	225	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1982	76	225	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1998	90	225	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1982	50	175	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	60	125	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1969	102	125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	50	115	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1976	111	115	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	49	115	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1971	49	115	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1978	53	100	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1983	44	100	G

Correctional Facilities in Tipton

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
TIPTON COUNTY JAIL	121 WEST MADISON STREET	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Tipton

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
OWENS BROCKWAY GLASS CONTAINER INC	2481 S BROOKSIDE RD	MADISON

Airports Near Tipton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Indianapolis International Airport	IND	Large Airport
Delaware County Johnson Field	MIE	Medium Airport
Grissom Air Reserve Base	GUS	Medium Airport
Alexandria Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field	AID	Small Airport
Baird-Wolford Airport	—	Small Airport
Beck Airport	—	Small Airport
Bergs Airport	—	Small Airport
Berry Field	—	Small Airport
Best Lock Corp. Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Boone County Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowlin Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyer Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Burk Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Caldwell Field	—	Small Airport
Carroll's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Converse Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooper Airport	—	Small Airport
Creekside Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cruzan Field	—	Small Airport
Dague Strip	—	Small Airport
De Ford Airport	—	Small Airport
Delphi Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Demaree Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond P. Field	—	Small Airport
Drago Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunbar Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ellison Airport	—	Small Airport
Etter Airport	—	Small Airport
Felix Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferrell Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Flora Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Foghorn Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Foltz Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Fowler Field Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Station Airport	—	Small Airport
Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Frost Field	—	Small Airport
Fuller Field	—	Small Airport
Galloway Airport	—	Small Airport
Galveston Airport	—	Small Airport
Gerig's Field	—	Small Airport
Glenndale Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodenough Airport	—	Small Airport
Gray Airport	—	Small Airport
Haffner Airport	—	Small Airport
Hanna Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartman Farms Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Tipton

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Tipton County Sheriff's Office
Tipton Public Safety Building	225 East Jefferson Street

Grocery Stores in Tipton

8 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Casey's General Store 3065	Convenience Store	704 E Jefferson St
CVS 6630	Other	711 E Jefferson St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2921	Other	123 S West St
Family Dollar 12948	Other	858 E Jefferson St
Kiran Partnership Inc	Convenience Store	103 S West St
Needler's Fresh Market 927	Super Store	899 E Jefferson St
Rickers 7516	Convenience Store	236 East Jefferson Street
Speedway 8077	Convenience Store	405 E Jefferson St

Treatment Centers in Tipton

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aspire Indiana Health - Noblesville Outpatient Office	Substance Abuse	877-574-1254
CleanSlate Centers - Kokomo	Substance Abuse	765-626-7110
Community Fairbanks Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	765-408-0570
Community Fairbanks Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health Services	Both	765-453-0702
First City Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	855-609-2028
Gilead House	Substance Abuse	765-865-9427
Saint Vincent Kokomo	Both	765-456-5900
Still Waters on The Wildcat Recovery	Substance Abuse	765-780-7689
Turning Point System of Care	Substance Abuse	765-860-8365

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tipton

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ACT3 MINISTRY INC	8798 W 300 N
BEECH GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	233 MILL ST
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH OF TIPTON INC	PO BOX 331
EMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX F
HOBBS CHRISTIAN CHURCH	803 N EAST ST
KEMP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INC	228 N MAIN ST
LIVING TRUTH INCORPORATED	3420 E DIVISION RD
NORTHERN INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF SEPARATE BAPTIST IN CHRIST INC	8914 W 300 N
OASIS COMMUNITY CHURCH	600 FAIRGROUNDS RD
ROCK PRAIRIE SEPARATE BAPTIST CHURCH	421 ASH ST
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH	335 MILL ST
TIM GRISHAM MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	3420 E DIVISION RD
TRINITY WESLEYAN CHURCH	3021 W OLD STATE ROAD 28
VINEYARD ASSEMBLY OF GOD	227 E NORTH ST
WEST ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	132 N WEST ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tipton

What is the population of Tipton?

Tipton has a population of 5,255 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,918 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Tipton expensive to live in?

Tipton 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 $64,709, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,800 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Tipton safe?

Tipton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 177 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 670 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Tipton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tipton?

Tipton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Tipton?

The job market in Tipton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,111. There are 348 business establishments in the area, including 24 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Tipton?

The median home value in Tipton is $148,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $853. Fair market rent is $845 for a 1-bedroom and $1,109 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.8%. The average annual property tax is $2,278.

How are the schools in Tipton?

Schools in Tipton score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.2% of adults in Tipton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Tipton?

The obesity rate in Tipton is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.8% of adults are smokers. 24.7% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 57.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,843.

What is transportation like in Tipton?

The average commute in Tipton is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Tipton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tipton is 92% White, 1.8% Black or African American. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 13.6% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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