Munster, IN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,206 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Munster experiences all four seasons.
Cultural Attractions
Mount Carmel Monastery is a decorative Carmelite shrine visited by Chicago pilgrims each year.
Recreation
There are 20 parks and several golf courses in the area.
Historical
Munster is named for early Dutch residents, the Monsters, who Anglicized their name to Munster.
Economy
Following the Second World War, Munster grew as a bedroom community.
| Population [details] | 23,206 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 59.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 584.45 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 43.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 28.88 °F/12.93 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.14 °F/63.39 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 38.11 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 70 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.8 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (19.59 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | GARY/CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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