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Syracuse, Indiana

Syracuse, Indiana, in Kosciusko county, is 21 miles SE of Elkhart, Indiana (center to center) and 102 miles E of Chicago, Illinois. The town contains a population of approximately 3,038.

The People and Families of Syracuse

In Syracuse, about 51% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Syracuse had a median family income of $45,968. In Syracuse, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Syracuse favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,200. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

Syracuse Housing

Syracuse has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 67% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Syracuse, 92% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Syracuse -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The town can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Syracuse Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Syracuse Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Syracuse Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Syracuse Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 18%Syracuse Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Syracuse, IN

Comparing Syracuse 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
Well-Paid Single Men99
Well-Paid Single Women99
Racial Diversity79
Children Under 5 Years Old75
Male Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens55
Female Share of the Population44
Age of the Population35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size54
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty98
People in Middle Class or Better88
Median Family Income77
College Educated Adults34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times910
Working at Home45
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
People Living Alone77
Housing Recently Built68
Affordability of Property Taxes64
Affordability of Rents33
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