Tipton Public RecordsIndiana

Tipton, Indiana (pop. ~5,200), is served primarily by IU Health Tipton Hospital, a 25-bed critical access facility providing emergency, surgical, and outpatient care. The city has several family practices, specialty clinics, and a community health center. About 92% of Tipton County residents have health insurance, largely via employer plans or Medicare/Medicaid. The median age is 44, with 21% aged 65+, and common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Healthcare provider density is approximately 43 physicians per 100,000 residents, lower than the state average, making specialist access occasionally limited.

Tipton, Indiana, has a homeownership rate of around 74%, with median home values near $150,000 as of 2024. Rental options are limited, with median rents averaging $900/month. Housing is mainly single-family homes, with some apartments and older historic houses. Popular neighborhoods include North End and Downtown Tipton. Home values have risen modestly, about 4% annually in recent years. Property taxes average 0.85% of assessed value, lower than state and national averages. Tipton offers affordable living with a small-town feel and stable real estate trends.

Tipton, Indiana, has a 2020 population of approximately 5,239. The median age is 39.7 years, with about 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, Tipton is predominantly White (over 95%), with small African American (1%), Asian (1%), and Hispanic or Latino (2%) populations. Other races and multiracial residents comprise less than 2% combined.

Tipton, Indiana, served by Tipton Community School Corporation, has one high school (Tipton High School), one middle, and one elementary school, with a district enrollment of about 1,800 students. Tipton High School boasts a graduation rate of 92% and average SAT scores near the state average. Approximately 20% of Tipton adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The area reports low school crime, and programs include AP courses, vocational training, and dual-credit options. While there are no colleges in Tipton, adult education is accessible through nearby institutions like Indiana University Kokomo, about 20 miles away.

Transportation in Tipton, Indiana, is predominantly car-based, with approximately 90% of residents commuting by private vehicle and a vehicle ownership rate of around 97% of households. Public transit options are limited, resulting in less than 1% using buses or other means. The average one-way commute time is about 21 minutes, lower than the national average. The city features well-maintained local roads and proximity to State Road 19 and US Route 31. Major employment hubs include local manufacturing, health care, and education sectors, with most jobs concentrated within or near the city center.