West Terre Haute Public RecordsIndiana

As of 2020, West Terre Haute, located in Vigo County, Indiana, had a population of 2,008. The median age was approximately 36 years. The gender distribution was nearly equal, with 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, the city was predominantly White (over 95%), with smaller representations of Black or African American (1%), Native American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino (each under 2%).

West Terre Haute, located in Vigo County, Indiana, offers educational services primarily through the Vigo County School Corporation. The area has one main high school, West Vigo High School, which had an enrollment of around 600 students, and average graduation rates hovering near 88%. There are no colleges or universities in the city, but nearby Terre Haute provides bachelor’s and advanced degree options at Indiana State University. School safety improvements have increased over recent years, with security staff and updated protocols. Adult education and vocational programs are accessible in the county. Standardized test scores are slightly below Indiana’s average.

West Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN, predominantly relies on personal vehicles, with about 91% of residents commuting alone by car and only around 0.2% using public transit (ACS 2022). The average commute time is approximately 22 minutes. Public transportation is limited, though nearby Terre Haute Transit Utility operates routes in the greater urban area. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 97% of households having at least one car. The city connects via US Route 40 and State Road 150, with major employment hubs including Terre Haute's industrial, education, and healthcare sectors conveniently accessible by car.

West Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN, features a median home value of approximately $70,000, with a homeownership rate around 65% and a median gross rent near $750 per month. Housing stock is primarily detached single-family homes, with neighborhoods varying from historic areas to newer developments. Property values have risen about 5% year-over-year. The local property tax rate averages 0.81%. While rentals are available, the area attracts buyers seeking affordable homeownership options, reflecting a stable, modestly growing real estate market.

West Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN, lacks hospitals within city limits; residents primarily use Union Hospital Terre Haute (~8 miles away, 341 beds). The city has limited local clinics, with primary care access through Federally Qualified Health Centers. Vigo County’s uninsured rate is about 8.5%, below the state average. The population is 96% White, median age ~38. Common health concerns include obesity (36% adult rate), smoking (24% adults), and chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension. There are approximately 2,300 residents, with healthcare provider ratios significantly lower than national averages (1 PCP per ~2,000 people countywide).