Walkerton, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · St. Joseph County County
Walkerton, IN
At a Glance
How Walkerton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walkerton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walkerton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walkerton residents earn a median household income of $62,521 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,790. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,539 business establishments, including 630 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walkerton is $132,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,681. Median rent is $807/month, with 33.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Walkerton reports 335 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 431/100K.
Education
21.2% of adults in Walkerton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walkerton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.