What are the schools like in Wabash, IN?

Wabash is served primarily by MSD Wabash County Schools. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.

What is the median household income in Wabash?

The median household income in Wabash, IN is $51,127 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.

What is the weather like in Wabash, IN?

Wabash has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Wabash, IN affordable or expensive?

Wabash's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wabash is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $107,400 and the median rent is $594 per month.

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

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

Is Wabash, IN a Good Place to Live?

Wabash is a small city of 10,417 in Indiana, with a median household income of $51,127 and a 4.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Wabash stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Wabash is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wabash 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: 89.0

Wabash's overall cost of living index is 89.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Wabash costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Wabash, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$107,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$594	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,127	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Wabash is served primarily by MSD Wabash County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wabash, IN	National Avg
School District	MSD Wabash County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wabash sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 40.3 inches of annual precipitation and 19.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wabash, IN
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	40.3"
Annual Snowfall	19.5"

Demographics

Metric	Wabash, IN	National Avg
Population	10,417	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	20.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lagro, IN 6 mi Urbana, IN 7 mi Roann, IN 9 mi Somerset, IN 9 mi La Fontaine, IN 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Wabash

Wabash, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

46992

Wabash vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wabash, IN affordable or expensive?

Wabash's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wabash roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $107,400 and median rent is $594/month.

What is the crime rate in Wabash, IN?

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

What are the schools like in Wabash?

Public schools in Wabash are operated by MSD Wabash County Schools. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. 22.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wabash, IN a good place to live?

Wabash, IN has a population of 10,417, a median household income of $51,127, and an unemployment rate of 4.2%. 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 Wabash?

Wabash averages 33.8°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.3 inches with about 19.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Wabash?

Wabash, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 46992.

What is the population of Wabash?

The population of Wabash, Indiana is 10,417 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wabash?

Key numbers for living in Wabash: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $107,400, median household income $51,127, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wabash side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.