Wakarusa, IN is a small town located in Elkhart County and part of the South Bend metropolitan area. The population of Wakarusa is estimated to be around 2,100 people according to the 2019 US census. Wakarusa has consistently ranked highly on the Bestplaces rankings among other cities. In 2020, Wakarusa's crime ranking was 5th out of 10 places surveyed in Elkhart County with 1 being the safest. It also had an overall livability score of 66 out of 100 which ranks it higher than most cities in Indiana. Additionally, it ranked 9th in terms of housing affordability with an average median home price of $142,500 and 8th for amenities with a total score of 20 out of 56. Overall, Wakarusa ranks well on the Bestplaces rankings and offers its residents great value for their money when compared to other towns in Elkhart County and Indiana as a whole.
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