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Kouts, IN

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Population
2,048
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
683 ft
Median Home Value
$235,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$739/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$77,607
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityValparaiso, Indiana11 miles away · 35,177 residents.

About Kouts

Kouts is a quiet, close-knit town of about 2,000 residents in southern Porter County, Indiana. Originally established as a railroad stop near the Kankakee River, the community has preserved its easygoing, rural character. It offers newcomers a classic small-town setting surrounded by farmland and open sky, giving you plenty of elbow room while keeping you just a short drive south of Valparaiso.

Kouts School House, 1909 Kouts, Indiana (14332103660)

Daily life here centers around a supportive community and long-standing local traditions, from the popular Kouts Pork Fest to community gatherings at Drazer Park. Families are drawn to the East Porter County schools right in town, where school sports and local events regularly bring neighbors together. With quiet streets, scenic countryside, and a relaxed pace, Kouts makes an appealing home for anyone looking for friendly, unhurried Midwest living.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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