West Lafayette

IN

Tippecanoe County, Indiana

Population 189K |Median income $60,636 |4 hospitals

Population
189,071
Tippecanoe County
Median Income
$60,636
-11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$239,300
+5% vs avg
Median Age
28.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
189K+8%
Median Income
$60,636+37%
Median Home Value
$239,300+83%
Poverty Rate
19.2%-11%
Unemployment
3.2%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Poverty Rate
19.2% +35% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 40.5%
Work From Home 11.1%
Public Transit 2.2%

Population

White 74.1%
Asian 8.1%
African American 6.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.3%
High Blood Pressure
29.4%
Obesity
27.9%
Physical Inactivity
20.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Current Smoking
13%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.8%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Diabetes
10%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63%
Annual Checkup 77.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH ARNETT HOSPITAL
LAFAYETTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
FRANCISCAN HEALTH LAFAYETTE
LAFAYETTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — West Lafayette 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 · 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 West Lafayette, IN? ▼
West Lafayette, IN has a population of 189,071 people, located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in West Lafayette? ▼
The median household income in West Lafayette, IN is $60,636 per year. The poverty rate is 19.2%.
What is the median home value in West Lafayette? ▼
The median home value in West Lafayette, IN is $239,300. Median rent is $1,124/month.
What are the top health concerns in West Lafayette? ▼
The top health indicators in West Lafayette include Short Sleep Duration (35.3%), High Blood Pressure (29.4%), Obesity (27.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in West Lafayette? ▼
West Lafayette has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in West Lafayette? ▼
The median age in West Lafayette, IN is 28.8 years. 40.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

West Lafayette, IN is located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. With a population of 189K and a median household income of $60,636, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the West Lafayette 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 (Tippecanoe 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.