Question 1

Is 46360 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46360 in Michigan City has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Michigan City city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 46360 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 46360?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46360 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 46360. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 46360 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Michigan City. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 46360?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 46360 is approximately $231K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 46360 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 46360 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 46360 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46360 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Michigan City. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 46360 scores similarly to the middle tier of Michigan City neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Michigan City — ZIP 46360

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Barker Middle School	07–08	—	—	—
Coolspring Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Edgewood Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Joy Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Knapp Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Marsh Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Martin T Krueger Middle School	07–08	—	—	—
Lake Hills Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Niemann Elementary School	PK–PK	—	—	—
Pine Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Michigan City High School	09–12	—	—	—
Springfield Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—