Living in Howard County, Indiana

Howard County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 82,556, part of the Kokomo, IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Kokomo, Greentown.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,196/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $163K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 38°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Howard County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.