Tri-Lakes, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Tri-Lakes is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,070. Residents earn $113,214 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,070 Population 313/sq mi density
$113,214 Median Income $49,312 per capita
$293,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,214 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$293,900 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,214
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $293,900
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

How Tri-Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,070
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,214
Per Capita$49,312
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,226M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$293,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation906 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Tri-Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tri-Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Tri-Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tri-Lakes is $113,214, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Tri-Lakes among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tri-Lakes is $293,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tri-Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tri-Lakes has a population of 1,070 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

1,070
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tri-Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tri-Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tri-Lakes is $113,214, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Tri-Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,214
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$72,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$2,226M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare64
Retail99
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,596
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tri-Lakes is $293,900, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,900
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,596
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Tri-Lakes, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tri-Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death7,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities64

Crime Rates: Tri-Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Tri-Lakes has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates41.2511°N, 85.4534°W
County FIPS18183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 49.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants61
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

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