Waterloo, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · DeKalb County County
Waterloo, IN
At a Glance
How Waterloo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterloo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterloo residents earn a median household income of $61,375 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,011. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,084 business establishments, including 95 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterloo is $108,600 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,655. Median rent is $829/month, with 24.1% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Waterloo reports 201 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 151/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Waterloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterloo 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 38.0 inches.