Knox
City in Indiana, United States
Overview
Knox, Indiana, is a small city in the heart of rural Starke County, known for its friendly residents and tight-knit community. Featuring a traditional American Main Street and easy access to outdoor activities, Knox offers visitors a laid-back, charming atmosphere. The town provides a glimpse into peaceful Midwestern living away from city crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Indiana
Population
3,662
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.30°, -86.63°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,650
Local Cost
$987
Local Income
$2,650
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
10.1°C
Summer Avg
22.2°C
Winter Avg
-2.5°C
Record High
39.3°C
Record Low
-27.8°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
983 mm
Internet Speed
274 Mbps
Upload
404 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
18
Walk Score
18
Footways
35.0
Airport
PLY
Distance
28 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.