Wabash, IN

Indiana · Wabash County

Wabash is a small city in Indiana with a population of 10,378. Residents earn $54,199 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

10,378 Population 1,075/sq mi density

$54,199 Median Income $31,851 per capita

$115,000 Home Value $175,042 Zillow

$677 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

67 Violent Crime/100K 1,269 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$54,199 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$115,000 home value, $677/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

67 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

21.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $54,199

28% lower than US avg

Home Value $115,000

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 67/100K

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.9%

35% lower than US avg

Median Rent $677

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.1%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,378

Median Age42.2 yrs

Density1,075/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$54,199

Per Capita$31,851

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty10.1%

County GDP$1,715M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$115,000

Rent$677

Ownership70.9%

Zillow$175,042

Housing Units5,022

Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

Violent67/100K

Property1,269/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking19.0%

Depression26.8%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain40.3 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation747 ft (228 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.9%

High School+89.7%

Graduate+7.2%

School Score5.89

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute17 min

Broadband89.9%

EV Stations5

Libraries3

Is Wabash a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wabash receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, high obesity rates. Wabash offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wabash is $54,199, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wabash is $115,000, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $677 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Wabash is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,269 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wabash experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 19.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wabash has a population of 10,378 with a density of 1,075 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,378

Total Population

1,075

People / sq mi

42.2yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

9.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wabash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.0%

85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wabash vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wabash is $54,199, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,851 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $967, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 778 business establishments, including 65 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wabash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$54,199
	28% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,851
Avg Weekly Wage	$967
IRS Avg AGI	$69,050
Gini Index	0.405 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.1%
	19% below US avg
Establishments (County)	778
County GDP	$1,715M

Business (County)

Restaurants	65
Healthcare	84
Retail	113
Manufacturing	56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,750
	21% below US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.1 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wabash is $115,000, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,042, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $677 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $729 for a one-bedroom to $956 for a two-bedroom apartment. 70.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,022 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $2,750 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,000
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$175,042
Median List Price	$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$174,900
$/Sq Ft	$125
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.3%
Price Drops	25.9%
Inventory	27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$677
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$685
1 Bedroom	$729
2 Bedrooms	$956
3 Bedrooms	$1,146
4 Bedrooms	$1,266

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	70.9%
Owner-Occupied	70.9%
Renter-Occupied	29.1%
Housing Units	5,022
Median Year Built	1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,750
	21% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.39%

In Wabash, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,370. The dentist ratio is 1:2,803. 65.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.0%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	26.5%
Depression	26.8%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.1%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,370
Dentists	1:2,803
Mental Health	1:353
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	58.7%
Premature Death	10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	65.9%
Healthcare Facilities	84

Wabash has a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,269 per 100,000, 35% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wabash receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	66.8/100K
	82% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,269.0/100K
	35% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	30
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Wabash experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°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 40.3 inches. The area receives 19.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. 89% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 747 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.5°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	747 ft (228 m)
Area	9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²)
Population Density	1,075/sq mi
Coordinates	40.8028°N, 85.8292°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Wabash County County
Nearest Airport	Fort Wayne International (FWA) 35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.3"

6% above US avg

Snowfall 19.5"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.89"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	88.8%
Unhealthy Days	0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0461 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	41.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	47.4 / 100
Community Resilience	93.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 12, 2015.

Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	134 km
Apr 14, 2000	4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana	M3.6	140 km
Dec 17, 1990	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.2	131 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	91 km
Apr 17, 1990	8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio	M3.0	91 km
Apr 4, 1994	2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio	M2.9	129 km
May 12, 2006	2 km E of Lima, Ohio	M2.8	148 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	91 km
Jan 30, 2004	2 km S of Rockford, Ohio	M2.5	100 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

576 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 128 fatalities, 2,149 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 10, 2002	EF4	89 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	96 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	92 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	47 km	4
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	65 km	25
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	82 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	100 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	92 km	5
Mar 6, 1956	EF4	34 km	1
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	92 km	1
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	41 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	32 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	45 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	100 km	1
Aug 24, 2016	EF3	49 km	0
Aug 24, 2016	EF3	86 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	99 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	35 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	62 km	0
May 30, 2004	EF3	27 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	133 km

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

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.9 in	Driest
March	38°F (3°C)	2.9 in
April	49°F (9°C)	3.7 in
May	60°F (16°C)	4.1 in
June	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in
July	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.1 in
October	53°F (11°C)	2.6 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.1 in
December	29°F (-1°C)	3.0 in

Wabash has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.9").

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Wabash is located in Wabash County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.7% of the vote, a 50.8-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 84 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%

D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	30
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.9%
	35% below US avg
High School+	89.7%
Graduate Degree+	7.2%
School Test Score	5.89

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,075/sq mi
Total Area	9.7 sq mi
County	Wabash County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.9%
Avg Download Speed	135.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	90.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	84
Restaurants	65
Retail Stores	113

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.1 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.1%

Average costs for common services in Wabash. 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 Wabash County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	2,756	61	$72,091	2.71
Retail Trade	1,305	109	$35,158	1.05
Accommodation & Food Services	934	62	$18,368	0.83
Wholesale Trade	696	42	$63,185	1.43
Construction	645	80	$61,104	0.99
Arts & Entertainment	276	8	$22,903	1.32
Finance & Insurance	271	39	$64,415	0.54
Other Services	244	64	$29,105	0.65
Real Estate	129	26	$35,576	0.67
Transportation & Warehousing	108	28	$60,969	0.21
Utilities	44	4	$97,518	0.93
Information & Technology	36	11	$37,289	0.15

Hospitals in Wabash

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
PARKVIEW WABASH HOSPITAL, INC	Critical Access Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(260) 569-2160

Schools in Wabash

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Wabash High School	High	478	28	17.1:1
Southwood Jr-Sr High School	High	457	31	14.7:1
Wabash Middle School	Middle	443	31	14.3:1
Northfield Jr-Sr High School	High	439	29	15.1:1
Southwood Elementary School	Elementary	421	28	15.0:1
White's Jr-Sr High School	High	411	13	31.6:1
O J Neighbours Elementary School	Elementary	391	30	13.0:1
Metro North Elementary School	Elementary	272	17	16.0:1
Sharp Creek Elementary School	Elementary	266	16	16.6:1
LH Carpenter Early Learning Center	Elementary	224	9	24.9:1

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Radio Stations near Wabash

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Rock FM 00s (RU)	—	MP3 128 kbps
WVPE-HD2 88.1: NPR News (New AAC+ Stream)	talk & speech	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Wabash

12 national parks and monuments found near Wabash.

Park	Type	Fee
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park - Harrison Inn	State Park	Free
Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Ouabache State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek 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

Historical Trends — Wabash

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	10,435	$39,320
2015	10,266	$39,532
2017	10,091	$44,094
2019	9,942	$44,973
2021	10,349	$47,132
2023	10,304	$54,199

Museums in Wabash

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
AMERICAN HUEY 369	HISTORY MUSEUM		7656897500	$285,728
NORTH MANCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	122 E MAIN ST	2609820672	$228,906
WABASH COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$150,341
MIAMI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7654739183	$65,592
QUILTERS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	926 S WASHINGTON STREET	7656649333	$57,508
WABASH MARKETPLACE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	104 W MARKET ST	2605630975	$50,769
INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	3076 PERU CIRCUS LANE	7654727553	$43,207
CHARLEY CREEK GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	551 N MIAMI STREET
CIRCUS MODEL BUILDERS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	3076 EAST CIRCUS LANE	7654727553
FORD JAMES DR HISTORIC HOMES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2605638686
GALLERY G	ART MUSEUM
GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	800 W EUCLID AVE	7656623753
GRANT COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7656640544
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7656682900
NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH MANCHESTER CENTER FOR HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2609820672
PARADISE SPRINGS	HISTORY MUSEUM	351 EAST MARKET STREE	2605637171

Libraries in Wabash

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY	600 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET	335,605
PERU PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 EAST MAIN STREET	165,000
WABASH CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	188 WEST HILL STREET	95,065
NORTH MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	405 NORTH MARKET STREET	77,225
AKRON CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	205 EAST ROCHESTER STREET	26,728
CONVERSE-JACKSON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	108 SOUTH JEFFERSON STREET	6,292
ANDREWS-DALLAS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 EAST MADISON STREET	5,393
ROANN-PAW PAW TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	240 SOUTH CHIPPEWA ROAD	2,796

Farmers Markets in Wabash

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Miami County Farmers Market	North Broadway and East 5th Street	06/02/2018 to 09/29/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
North Manchester Farmers' Market	502 E Main St	05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017	Wed: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Wabash County Farmers Market	Cass Street and Market Stret	05/20/2017 to 10/21/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Wabash

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Smugglers' Notch	78.0	9	1,112	$65	November - April	—	Yes

Nursing Homes in Wabash

5 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AUTUMN RIDGE REHABILITATION CENTRE 600 WASHINGTON AVE	Government - County	75	58	5/5	—	3/5	5/5	2605638402
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 1900 N ALBER ST	For profit - Corporation	84	64	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	2605637427
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 1720 ALBER ST	For profit - Corporation	44	21	5/5	—	3/5	5/5	2605634112
WELLBROOKE OF WABASH 20 JOHN KISSINGER DRIVE	Government - County	35	44	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	2602740444
VERNON MANOR CHILDRENS HOME 1955 S VERNON ST	Non profit - Corporation	119	74	2/5	—	2/5	5/5	2605638438

Pharmacies in Wabash

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6513	486 CASS STREET	260-563-6941
DAYWALT PHARMACY	948 NORTH CASS STREET	260-563-4155
KROGER	1309 NORTH CASS STREET	260-563-1612
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1667	1601 NORTH CASS STREET	260-563-4033
WALGREENS - 9689	487 NORTH CASS STREET	260-563-3183

EV Charging Stations in Wabash

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
INGUARD	231 W Canal St	Non-Networked	1	TESLA	public
WABASH AMERICAN LEGION	162 W Market St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
WABASH MUSEUM	36 E Market St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
WABASH VETERANS PLAZA	56 W Market St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
WABASH WABASH YMCA	265 Erickson St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Wabash

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
11444 South SR 13, Lot 2 (111193)	GTOWER	98
11444 South SR 13, Lot 2 (111193)	GTOWER	98
1832 North 900 West - 27	GTOWER	98
1832 North 900 West - 27	GTOWER	98
4433 E 150 N (110982)	GTOWER	96
4433 E 150 N (110982)	GTOWER	96
9087 - A West Lost Bridge Road	GTOWER	91
9087 - A West Lost Bridge Road	GTOWER	91
1081 S. Wabash Street	TOWER	87
1081 S. Wabash Street	TOWER	87
1200 SOUTH MERIDIAN ROAD (42744)	GTOWER	81
1200 SOUTH MERIDIAN ROAD (42744)	GTOWER	81
3230 East 1100 South #3 (110971)	LTOWER	81
3230 East 1100 South #3 (110971)	LTOWER	81
1590 East 1400 N (111076)	GTOWER	61
1590 East 1400 N (111076)	GTOWER	61

Fire Stations in Wabash

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Lincolnville Volunteer Fire Department	5030 S 600 E	Volunteer			765-981-4180
Wabash Fire Department	1000 N Wabash ST	Career			260-563-3521

Power Plants Near Wabash

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MIAMI WABASH	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-85.8	RE

Bridges in Wabash

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	393	12,704	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1964	70	12,028	G
Culvert	Steel	1975	32	9,111	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1975	95	4,519	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1975	95	4,519	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	36	2,650	F
Culvert	Steel	2020	43	2,425	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	123	2,390	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	96	2,044	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	44	2,000	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1917	695	1,990	F
Slab	Concrete	2016	37	1,940	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	38	1,490	F
Culvert	Steel	1985	29	1,452	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	45	1,450	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1915	238	1,320	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	337	1,260	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1950	85	975	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	43	850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1969	415	830	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1996	24	720	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	42	650	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	72	600	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	70	520	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	104	500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1974	45	480	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	41	375	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	93	275	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	71	250	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	32	250	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1958	69	230	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	44	225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	91	225	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	64	225	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	40	225	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	42	220	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	41	220	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1987	46	220	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	105	220	P
Slab	Wood or Timber	1989	26	130	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1989	26	130	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1998	25	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1935	24	100	F

Correctional Facilities in Wabash

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
WABASH COUNTY JAIL	79 WEST MAIN STREET	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Wabash

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CAMBRIDGE INDUSTRIES	1700 FACTORY AVENUE	GRANT
THERMAFIBER MANUFACTURING PLANT	3711 MILL ST	WABASH

Airports Near Wabash

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Delaware County Johnson Field	MIE	Medium Airport
Fort Wayne International Airport	FWA	Medium Airport
Grissom Air Reserve Base	GUS	Medium Airport
Alexandria Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Field	—	Small Airport
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field	AID	Small Airport
Arrowhead Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Baird-Wolford Airport	—	Small Airport
Ball Field	—	Small Airport
Berger Airport	—	Small Airport
Birkey Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackmon Field	—	Small Airport
Bowlin Airport	—	Small Airport
Caldwell Field	—	Small Airport
Carroll's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Chuck's Airport	—	Small Airport
Confer's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
Converse Airport	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creekside Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Cruzan Field	—	Small Airport
Dague Strip	—	Small Airport
Ddt Field	—	Small Airport
Diamond P. Field	—	Small Airport
Dick's Strip	—	Small Airport
Drake Field	—	Small Airport
Dreessen Field	—	Small Airport
Ellison Airport	—	Small Airport
Finney's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fisher Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Flora Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fowler Field Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Station Airport	—	Small Airport
Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	RCR	Small Airport
Gaerte Airport	—	Small Airport
Galveston Airport	—	Small Airport
Gerig's Field	—	Small Airport
Glenndale Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodenough Airport	—	Small Airport
Gordon Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
Grandlienard-Hogg Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Field	—	Small Airport
H R Weisser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartman Farms Field	—	Small Airport
Heinzman Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Hickory Hills Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Wabash

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Wabash Police Department	1340 Manchester Avenue

Grocery Stores in Wabash

17 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
AANDRZ	Convenience Store	6 W Hill St
CVS 6513	Other	486 N Cass St
Daily Express	Convenience Store	1405 Vernon St
DOLLAR GENERAL 1162	Other	1156 N Cass St
Dollar General 30138	Other	12 Water Ridge Parkway
Dollar General 7258	Other	25 Dimension St
Dollar Tree 3603	Other	1475 N Cass St
KROGER J-875	Super Store	1309 N Cass St
Quickway Wabash	Convenience Store	727 S Wabash St
Shell Food Mart	Convenience Store	111 N Wabash St
Speedway 1305	Convenience Store	740 S Wabash St
Towne Market TM 11	Other	1020 N Cass St
VILLAGE PANTRY 5413	Convenience Store	204 Stitt St
VILLAGE PANTRY 5609	Convenience Store	500 Manchester Ave
Wabash Food Mart	Convenience Store	498 Manchester Ave
Wabash Marketplace Inc	Farmers and Markets	189 S Miami St
Walmart Supercenter 1667	Super Store	1601 N Cass St

Treatment Centers in Wabash

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Medical Services - Marion	Substance Abuse	765-664-0101
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
Otis R Bowen Ctr for Human Servs	Both	260-563-8446
Radiant Health - Branson Place	Both	765-668-6736
Radiant Health - Stepping Stone	Both	765-662-3971
Radiant Health North	Both	765-662-3971
VA Northern Indiana Healthcare System - Peru CBOC	Both	765-472-8900

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wabash

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT LIFE TABERNACLE OF WABASH INC	1399 FALLS AVE
APOSTOLIC CHURCH	1856 N WABASH ST
BACHELOR CREEK CHURCH OF CHRIST INC	2147 N STATE ROAD 15
BIBLE HOLINESS CHURCH	825 MICHIGAN ST
CALVARY CHAPEL WORSHIP CENTER	619 N STATE ROAD 13
CENTER CHAPEL BRETHERN CHURCH	1710 N MIAMI ST
CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH OF WABASH INDIANA INC	1200 N CASS ST
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH INC	2473 W 400 N
CHURCH OF CHRIST AT WABASH	PO BOX 77
CHURCH OF GOD WORSHIP CENTER	PO BOX 802
COLLEGE CORNER BRETHREN CHURCH	8996 S 500 W
FAITH HARVEST FELLOWSHIP INCORPORATED	2609 S 100 W
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	595 S HUNTINGTON ST
GOSPEL MOBILIZATION INC	95 LASALLE AVE
GRAND STREET BAPTIST CHURCH INC	1655 GRAND ST BOX 206
LIFE MINISTRY CHURCH INC	474 JACKSON ST # 1
NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH	1721 VERNON ST
NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH WABASH INDIANA	4381 W 300 N
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	242 S HUNTINGTON ST
NORTH WESLEYAN CHURCH	7 CLOVERLEAF DR
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	123 W HILL ST
REFRESH AND REKINDLE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 172
THE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF PERU INC	4381 W 300 N
THE LORDS TABLE INC	4890 W MILLCREEK PIKE
WABASH CHRISTIAN CHURCH	110 W HILL ST
WABASH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	902 MANCHESTER AVE
WABASH INDIANA FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH INC	200 LINWOOD LN
WASH ST WESLEYAN CHURCH	470 WASHINGTON ST
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	173 HALE DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wabash

What is the population of Wabash?

Wabash has a population of 10,378 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,075 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Wabash expensive to live in?

Wabash 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 $54,199, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,000 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $677 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wabash safe?

Wabash is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,269 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wabash receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wabash?

Wabash has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches, with 19.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Wabash?

Wabash has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $967. There are 778 business establishments in the area, including 65 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 2.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wabash?

The median home value in Wabash is $115,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,042. For renters, the median monthly rent is $677. Fair market rent is $729 for a 1-bedroom and $956 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,750.

How are the schools in Wabash?

Schools in Wabash score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Wabash hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wabash?

The obesity rate in Wabash is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 65.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,370.

What is transportation like in Wabash?

The average commute in Wabash is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wabash?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wabash is 94.7% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 20.0% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

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