Keener Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
10,819 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,550 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$443 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
1
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
1
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Indiana
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 24
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 0 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Covenant Christian High School
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
DeMotte Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Kankakee Valley Intermediate Sch
3 miles, SE · 4.1star

Colleges

DeVry University-Indiana
20 miles, N · 1.9star
College of Court Reporting Inc
21 miles, NE · 1.4star
Denmark College
21 miles, N

Hospitals

Franciscan Health Crown Point
16 miles, N · 4.1star
Pinnacle Hospital
19 miles, N · 4.1star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
59 miles, E · 1.4star