Living in St. Joseph County, Indiana

St. Joseph County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 268,441, part of the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI MSA metro area. The main communities are South Bend, Mishawaka, Osceola.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $793/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $204K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

St. Joseph County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.