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Elkhart, IN vs Fishers, IN
Elkhart, IN vs Fishers, IN: What the data shows
Elkhart, IN is in Elkhart, IN while Fishers, IN is in Fishers, IN — both in the same state. On home prices, Elkhart, IN is the more affordable option at $135,100 median — $238,100 less than Fishers, IN's $373,200. WYLT rates Elkhart, IN as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Fishers, IN as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Fishers, IN has the stronger safety profile of the two. Elkhart, IN has High violent crime and High property crime. Fishers, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Elkhart, IN has Low flood risk and Fishers, IN has High flood risk.
Elkhart, IN is the more walkable neighborhood. Elkhart, IN scores 6/100 (car-dependent) versus Fishers, IN's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Fishers, IN has the higher school rating — Elkhart, IN rates 5.3/10 and Fishers, IN rates 6.5/10.
| Category | Elkhart, IN | Fishers, IN |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $135K ✓ Lower price | $373K |
| Median Rent | $879 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $53K | $132K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 6/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 40 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F | D+ ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | First‑time homebuyers on a budgetFamilies who are comfortable with a car commuteRemote workers who can work from home | Families looking for good schoolsCommuters to IndianapolisRemote workers needing reliable broadband |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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