Lagrange County Public RecordsIndiana

Lagrange County, IN, serves students through 13 public schools, including Lakeland Jr/Sr High School. The county’s high school graduation rate is approximately 87%, while only about 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools maintain average statewide performance on standardized tests, with safety ratings above Indiana’s median. The district offers vocational and dual-credit programs, and adult education is supported by local initiatives and Ivy Tech Community College partnerships.

As of 2023, Lagrange County, IN, had an employment rate of approximately 63.4%. Manufacturing dominates employment, accounting for nearly 41% of jobs, followed by educational and health services (13%) and retail trade (10%). Leading occupation types include production, transportation (33.1%), and service occupations (16.3%). Most residents commute by car, typically traveling 20-29 minutes to work; about 42% work within the county while others commute to neighboring Elkhart and Noble counties. The unemployment rate is low, at around 2.5%.

Lagrange County, IN, has a homeownership rate of about 83%, surpassing the state average, with median home values around $225,000 in 2023, up 8% from the prior year. Median gross rent is approximately $900 monthly. Housing is predominantly single-family homes, with some manufactured homes and limited multifamily rentals. Amish communities influence architectural styles and neighborhoods, with rural and small-town settings common. Key neighborhoods include Lagrange, Shipshewana, and Topeka. Average property tax rates are about 0.7% of assessed value, notably lower than national and state averages.

Lagrange County, Indiana, had approximately 22,800 registered voters as of 2022. Voters participate in local, state, and federal elections, with recent turnout at 57% for the 2020 general election. The county has 15 polling locations administered by the Lagrange County Clerk’s office. Key issues include education funding and road infrastructure. The Republican Party dominates local politics; in 2022, Republican candidates won 85% of local races, while Democratic candidates received about 15% of votes. Voter registration and election coordination fall under the county’s bipartisan Election Board for both primary and general elections.

As of the 2020 Census, Lagrange County, Indiana, had a population of 40,446. About 51% are male and 49% female. The median age is 30.3 years, reflecting a relatively young population. The county is predominantly White (93.8%), with 0.6% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 4.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.3% identifying as two or more races. Notably, Lagrange has a significant Amish community, contributing to its distinct demographic profile.

Lagrange County, IN, reports one of the lower crime rates in the state, with a violent crime rate of approximately 45 incidents per 100,000 people (2023 data), significantly below the national average of 380. Property crime rates are also relatively low, with about 345 incidents per 100,000. Most crimes reported are minor thefts or burglaries, and the county maintains a strong law enforcement presence. Residents generally consider it a safe place to live, with regular reporting and community awareness contributing to safety efforts.