Putnam County Public RecordsIndiana

Putnam County, IN hosts several public schools, including 4 high schools, with a graduation rate around 90%. Bachelor's degree attainment among adults is about 20%. The county has roughly 16 public schools overall, with an average GreatSchools rating of 6/10. School safety reports indicate minimal incidents per year. Educational programs include advanced placement, vocational training, and dual-credit options. Adult education is supported by Ivy Tech Greencastle campus. Overall, Putnam County schools offer diverse curricula and generally maintain a safe, supportive environment.

As of 2022, Putnam County, IN has an employment rate of 58.9%. Key industries include manufacturing (18.6%), health care and social assistance (16.2%), and educational services (12.5%). The dominant occupations are production (11.8%), office and administrative support (11.3%), and education/training/library (8.5%). About 74% of workers commute by car, with 46.6% working outside the county, mainly traveling to Hendricks and Marion counties. The average commute time is approximately 25.8 minutes.

Putnam County, IN, has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with median home values around $175,000 and median rents near $900 monthly. The housing stock largely consists of single-family homes, with some apartments and historic houses, mainly in towns like Greencastle and Cloverdale. Recent years have seen moderate property value growth, roughly 6% annually. Property taxes average 0.83% of assessed value. Popular neighborhoods include Eastern Heights and downtown Greencastle, offering a range of prices and home styles. The balanced market favors buyers, with affordable options for both ownership and renting.

Putnam County, Indiana, with over 25,000 registered voters as of 2024, conducts primary, general, and some special elections. In the 2020 general election, turnout reached approximately 65%. Major parties—Republican and Democrat—dominate, with Republicans winning most county offices. Polling locations include Greencastle and Bainbridge, operating from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Key local issues often revolve around education and rural development. Voter registration is managed by the County Clerk’s office, which oversees 19 precincts. Election results and information are available at the official county website.

As of the 2020 Census, Putnam County, IN had a population of 36,726. The median age was approximately 39.9 years. The gender split was 49.4% male and 50.6% female. Racially, the county was predominantly White (93.7%), with Black or African American residents at 3.1%, and Hispanic or Latino residents at 2.0%. Other races, including Asian and those reporting two or more races, comprised the remaining population.

Putnam County, IN maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the county reported around 300 total crimes, with approximately 35 violent offenses and 265 property crimes. The violent crime rate stands at about 1.1 per 1,000 residents, and property crime at 8.5 per 1,000. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department and local police actively report and respond to incidents, contributing to a high clearance rate. Crime has shown a slight downward trend over recent years, reinforcing Putnam County's reputation as a generally safe community.