Living in Elkhart County, Indiana

Elkhart County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 203,474, part of the Elkhart-Goshen, IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Elkhart, Goshen, Wakarusa.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,071/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $238K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Elkhart County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.