Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Crown Point, IN
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,303
Population
31,802
Renter Mix
18% Rent
A thriving suburban enclave with all of the South Shore at your doorstep
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Schools
Crown Point is a charming small city located just minutes south of Gary on Interstate 65. Mainly a residential suburb, the community boasts a timeless small-town charm that is supported by a low crime rate and excellent public schools, making Crown Point a popular choice among folks raising families.
Downtown is full of beautifully-preserved historic buildings from the magnificent Lake County Courthouse (which now houses a museum and restaurant) to the vintage storefronts lining Main Street. The southwest corner of Crown Point is the longtime home of the Lake County Fair, the second-largest fair in the state, which attracts thousands of people to town every August.
Explore the City
Downtown Crown Point Restaurants and the Entrance to Ricochet Tacos.
Sip Coffee House and Artisan Cafe is a cozy spot serving Crown Point locals.
Bulldog Park in Crown Point has so many activities for families throughout the year.
The square in Crown Point is great for families who want to walk around and spend time together.
Plenty of new, locally owned restaurants, bars, and stores can be found in Crown Point.
If you get tired from shopping, take a seat on one of the many benches throughout Crown Point.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$89,559
Average: $108,265
Education
8,913
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,936
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Crown Point has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Crown Point, IN is $1,306 for one bedroom, $1,522 for two bedrooms, and $2,796 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Crown Point has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,306/month
706 Sq Ft
House
$2,541/month
1,781 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Crown Point, IN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
743 Students
Solon Robinson Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
528 Students
Public
Grades K-5
524 Students
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
644 Students
Timothy Ball Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
540 Students
Colonel John Wheeler Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,046 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,948 Students
Public
Grades K-12
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.