Kokomo

IN

Howard County, Indiana

Population 84K |Median income $64,027 |2 hospitals

Population
83,752
Howard County
Median Income
$64,027
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$165,000
-28% vs avg
Median Age
40.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
84K+1%
Median Income
$64,027+47%
Median Home Value
$165,000+68%
Poverty Rate
13.4%-20%
Unemployment
5.8%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$937/mo
Poverty Rate
13.4% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.8%
Work From Home 6%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 84.7%
African American 7.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.4%
Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40.1%
Obesity
36.5%
Short Sleep Duration
36.5%
Physical Inactivity
27.8%
Current Smoking
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.8%
Binge Drinking
15.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Diabetes
14.4%
Current Asthma
11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.6%
Annual Checkup 79.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.7%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
COMMUNITY HOWARD REGIONAL HEALTH INC.
KOKOMO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ASCENSION ST VINCENT KOKOMO
KOKOMO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Kokomo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Kokomo, IN? ▼
Kokomo, IN has a population of 83,752 people, located in Howard County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Kokomo? ▼
The median household income in Kokomo, IN is $64,027 per year. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
What is the median home value in Kokomo? ▼
The median home value in Kokomo, IN is $165,000. Median rent is $937/month.
What are the top health concerns in Kokomo? ▼
The top health indicators in Kokomo include High Blood Pressure (40.1%), Obesity (36.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Kokomo? ▼
Kokomo has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Kokomo? ▼
The median age in Kokomo, IN is 40.7 years. 20.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Kokomo, IN is located in Howard County, Indiana. With a population of 84K and a median household income of $64,027, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Kokomo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Howard County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.