Valparaiso

IN

Porter County, Indiana

Population 175K |Median income $87,972 |2 hospitals

Population
174,818
Porter County
Median Income
$87,972
+29% vs avg
Median Home Value
$281,500
+24% vs avg
Median Age
40.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
175K+6%
Median Income
$87,972+40%
Median Home Value
$281,500+70%
Poverty Rate
9.6%-8%
Unemployment
4.7%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Poverty Rate
9.6% -32% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.1%
Work From Home 9.5%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 83.7%
African American 4.5%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
38.5%
Short Sleep Duration
37%
Physical Inactivity
25.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.4%
Diabetes
12.5%
Current Asthma
10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.8%
Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
NORTHWEST HEALTH - PORTER
VALPARAISO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Valparaiso Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 Valparaiso, IN? ▼
Valparaiso, IN has a population of 174,818 people, located in Porter County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Valparaiso? ▼
The median household income in Valparaiso, IN is $87,972 per year. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
What is the median home value in Valparaiso? ▼
The median home value in Valparaiso, IN is $281,500. Median rent is $1,219/month.
What are the top health concerns in Valparaiso? ▼
The top health indicators in Valparaiso include Obesity (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (38.5%), Short Sleep Duration (37%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Valparaiso? ▼
Valparaiso has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Valparaiso? ▼
The median age in Valparaiso, IN is 40.8 years. 31.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Valparaiso, IN is located in Porter County, Indiana. With a population of 175K and a median household income of $87,972, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Valparaiso 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 (Porter 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.