RANK #360 / 996 · POP 106,355 · IN
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.3%
Vigo County, Indiana, is often recognized for Terre Haute's nickname, "The Crossroads of America," stemming from the intersection of U.S. Highways 40 and 41. This western Indiana county, with Terre Haute as its seat, sits along the Wabash River, approximately 75 miles west of Indianapolis. The community offers extensive outdoor recreation, boasting more parks per capita than any other city in Indiana, including places like Griffin Bike Park, Fowler Park, and the Wabashiki Fish and Wildlife Area, which provide opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and birdwatching. The overall feel is one of a smaller city with a focus on local amenities and a manageable average commute time of around 20 minutes.
Life in Vigo County is shaped by its educational institutions, including Indiana State University and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, which contribute to the local workforce and rental market. The economy is driven by sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics, with major employers including Union Health and the Vigo County School Corporation. While the county faces challenges in health rankings and poverty rates, efforts are underway to improve public safety and quality of life, with a focus on enhancing schools and attracting new businesses. The area's affordability and community-oriented atmosphere appeal to families and young professionals.
Above national median
Well below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.7x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Vigo County has a Boom Town Index score of 64/100, ranking #360 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.3% and a median household income of $52,789, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Vigo County is $130,300 with median rent at $853/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4051, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.2% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.3%. Home values changed +0.2% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.15% of Vigo County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.