Valparaiso, IN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 28,699 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Valparaiso is located on the southern crest of the Valparaiso Moraine, which is up to 300 feet high.
Cultural Attractions
Valparaiso University provides much of this town’s culture, including the Brauer Museum of Art.
Recreation
Valparaiso University’s sports teams provide entertainment for fans, and the city has a number of parks and golf courses.
Historical
The city was named after the Battle of Valparaiso in the War of 1812, where Commodore David Porter, the county’s namesake, was defeated.
Fun Fact
Valparaiso was once called the “City of Churches.”
| Population [details] | 28,699 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 387.47 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 35.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 38.17 °F/20.21 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.55 °F/64.4 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 41.90 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 52 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.2 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (37.37 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | GARY/CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL (21.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Cultural and art events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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