Best Places to Live in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty), Indiana

Living in Lafayette Township (Owen County), IN is a truly amazing experience. The township is located in the heart of Indiana, just south of Bloomington and west of Indianapolis. The area is full of beautiful rolling hills and lush farmland, providing a stunning backdrop to the homes, businesses, and neighborhoods nestled within it. The people are friendly and welcoming, creating an inviting atmosphere that makes everyone feel comfortable and at home. There are plenty of places to explore nearby such as hiking trails, lakes for fishing or boating, county parks for enjoying nature or picnicking with friends, local festivals and events for entertainment, and much more. All in all, living in Lafayette Township (Owen County), IN is a wonderful place to call home! College town - South-central Indiana, 45 miles south of Indianapolis.

State: Indiana
County: Owen County
Metro Area: Bloomington Metro Area
City: Lafayette township (Owen Cnty)

Zip Codes: No Zip Codes Here.
Cost of Living: -19.9% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 928 ft above sea level

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Lafayette Township (Owen Cnty), In Housing Market

Least Expensive Homes	Homes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive Homes	Homes less than 10 yrs old
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Pros
College-town atmosphere
Attractive setting
Nearby recreation

Cons
Low ethnic diversity
Recent employment declines
Housing cost

What Bert Has To Say About Bloomington Metro Area

Bloomington is a true college town, with a large and attractive campus to the northeast of downtown; an area of shops, restaurants, and nightlife serving the student community; and a typically Midwestern town square with a courthouse at the center. Indiana University, founded in 1820 and currently serving some 35,000 students, provides a variety of culture and entertainment and is the dominant factor in the local economy and character. Sports, particularly basketball, are a local obsession. The university is also home to one of the top music schools in the nation. Educational attainment here is among the highest in the state, crime is low, the economy is steady and attitudes are progressive.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) is 5.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) jobs have decreased by 1.6%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Lafayette township (Owen Cnty)'s cost of living is 19.9% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Lafayette township (Owen Cnty)'s Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

September, June and May are the most pleasant months in Lafayette township (Owen County), while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Owen county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 73.5% to 24.4%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Lafayette township (Owen Cnty)'s population is 1,180 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 11.5%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 30.8 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) is Real Estate: $133,100. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 14.2%.

SCHOOLS

Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) public schools spend $10,346 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 21.2 students per teacher in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty). More Education

Best Places to Live in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) Rankings

#29	2005 Best Places to Live
#42	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
#94	Best Green Cities
#98	America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
#111	America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)

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Housing Market in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty)

It's a good time to buy in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty). Home Appreciation is up 8.3% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Lafayette township (Owen Cnty) is $133,100.

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