What are the schools like in Akron, IN?

Akron is served primarily by Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.2:1.

What is the median household income in Akron?

The median household income in Akron, IN is $58,958 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.9%.

What is the weather like in Akron, IN?

Akron has an average high temperature of 31.9°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.1 inches.

Akron, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Akron, IN affordable or expensive?

Akron's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Akron is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $112,500 and the median rent is $795 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Akron, IN?

Crime rate data for Akron is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Akron, IN a Good Place to Live?

Akron is a small town of 1,062 in Indiana, with a median household income of $58,958 and a 10.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Akron stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Akron is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Akron city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.6

Akron's overall cost of living index is 91.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Akron costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Akron, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$112,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$795	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,958	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Akron is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Akron is served primarily by Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Akron, IN	National Avg
School District	Tippecanoe Valley School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	75.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Akron sees average highs of 31.9°F in January and 83.2°F in July, with 40.8 inches of annual precipitation and 30.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Akron, IN
Average High — January	31.9°F
Average High — July	83.2°F
Annual Precipitation	40.8"
Annual Snowfall	30.1"

Demographics

Metric	Akron, IN	National Avg
Population	1,062	—
Median Age	34.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	68.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	27.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.0%	22.2%
65 and over	13.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Beaver Dam, IN 5 mi Silver Lake, IN 7 mi Macy, IN 8 mi Burket, IN 9 mi Rochester, IN 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Akron

Akron, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46910

Akron vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Akron, IN affordable or expensive?

Akron's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Akron roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $112,500 and median rent is $795/month.

What is the crime rate in Akron, IN?

Crime data for Akron is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Akron?

Public schools in Akron are operated by Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. 10.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Akron, IN a good place to live?

Akron, IN has a population of 1,062, a median household income of $58,958, and an unemployment rate of 10.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Akron?

Akron averages 31.9°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.8 inches with about 30.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Akron?

Akron, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46910.

What is the population of Akron?

The population of Akron, Indiana is 1,062 with a median age of 34.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Akron?

Key numbers for living in Akron: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $112,500, median household income $58,958, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Akron side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.