Valparaiso, Indiana
Quick Statistics
Valparaiso is a community in Porter County, Indiana, home to about 34,733 people spread across 17.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $40,114 a year, and a typical home is worth about $267,300. About 49.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 9 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Indiana towns GeoStat tracks, Valparaiso ranks number 29 of 967 in population, number 319 in median household income, number 99 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Valparaiso typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 18°F. The area sees roughly 40 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Aberdeen, IN | 4.2 mi. | 1,490 |
| 2. | Salt Creek Commons, IN | 5.1 mi. | 1,843 |
| 3. | Shorewood Forest, IN | 5.2 mi. | 3,263 |
| 4. | South Haven, IN | 6.1 mi. | 7,241 |
| 5. | Wheeler, IN | 6.5 mi. | 283 |
| 6. | Chesterton, IN | 8.3 mi. | 14,446 |
| 7. | Westville, IN | 8.6 mi. | 5,279 |
| 8. | Wanatah, IN | 9.0 mi. | 1,178 |
What is the population of Valparaiso, Indiana?
Valparaiso has a population of about 34,733 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Valparaiso, Indiana in?
Valparaiso is located in Porter County, Indiana.
What is the median home value in Valparaiso, Indiana?
The median home value in Valparaiso is about $267,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Valparaiso, Indiana?
The median personal income in Valparaiso is about $40,114 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Valparaiso, Indiana?
Since 1950, 26 tornadoes have been recorded in Porter County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Valparaiso, Indiana?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 18 degrees, with around 40 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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