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Akron, IN


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Akron, Indiana

Akron, Indiana, in Fulton county, is 44 miles S of Elkhart, Indiana (center to center) and 88 miles N of Indianapolis, Indiana. There are an estimated 1,076 people in the town.

The People and Families of Akron

In Akron, about 59% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Akron had a median family income of $40,833.

Political Inclinations

Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Akron Housing

Approximately 72% of housing in Akron is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the town than you'll find in other towns.

Commuting

In Akron, 93% of commuters drive to work. Akron is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

Akron strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Akron Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 17%Akron Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Akron, IN

Comparing Akron to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population89
Children Under 5 Years Old75
Racial Diversity79
Senior Citizens67
Well-Paid Single Men42
Female Share of the Population32
Age of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size89
Portion of People Married67

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty76
People in Middle Class or Better65
Median Family Income54
College Educated Adults35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use33
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
Affordability of Property Taxes75
Affordability of Rents67
People Living Alone44
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33
Housing Recently Built11
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