Churubusco, IN

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Population
1,853
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
895 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$152,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$683/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,086
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Known to locals as Busco, Churubusco sits about 15 miles northwest of Fort Wayne, giving residents a quiet, small-town atmosphere with an easy commute to the city. The community embraces its quirky side as "Turtle Town, USA," a title inspired by the 1949 hunt for a legendary giant snapping turtle named Oscar. Every summer, the town gathers for the annual Turtle Days festival, which features parades, carnival rides, and turtle races. With welcoming neighborhoods, great local spots to eat, and a strong sense of pride, it is an easy place to settle into.

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