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Tipton, IN

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Population
5,263
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
869 ft
Median Home Value
$161,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$848/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,828
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Tipton

Tipton is a welcoming small town and the county seat of Tipton County in north-central Indiana, situated about 20 miles south of Kokomo and 40 miles north of Indianapolis. Home to around 5,300 residents, the community centers on a handsome, historic downtown anchored by its iconic 19th-century courthouse. Quiet residential streets, well-kept older homes, and friendly local businesses give the town a relaxed, traditional feel.

Tipton county courthouse

Families appreciate having all the local schools grouped together on a single campus, along with popular community spots like Tipton City Park, the municipal pool, and the annual Tipton County Pork Festival. With quick access to U.S. 31 and State Road 28, getting around the region is simple. Residents can easily enjoy the peace of small-town living while staying an easy drive away from major employers, healthcare, and retail hubs in Kokomo, Noblesville, and the northern Indianapolis suburbs.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Wildfire Risk IndexA+99.4rating

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