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Crime in Munster summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Munster. Key points include:
There were 254 total crimes in Munster in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Munster is 1,079.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Munster is 51.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Munster is 1,028.7 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Munster is -49.05% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Munster Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Munster / 100k People |
Indiana / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 254 | 1,079.7 | 1,691.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 12 | 51.0 | 312.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 17.0 | 34.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 8 | 34.0 | 239.4 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 242 | 1,028.7 | 1,378.6 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 8 | 34.0 | 176.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 223 | 948.0 | 988.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 11 | 46.8 | 213.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Munster summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Munster. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Indiana. Key points include:
The cost of living in Munster is 104 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Munster is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Munster is $347,951.
The median income in Munster is $110,187.
Munster's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Munster Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Munster | Indiana | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 104 | 90 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 95 | 95 | 100 |
| Health | 121 | 72 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 97 | 94 | 100 |
| Utilities | 91 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Munster, IN Weather
The average high in Munster is 59.8° and the average low is 41.8°.
There are 74.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 38.5 inches of precipitation each year with 30.6 inches of snow.
| Stat | Munster |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 59.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 41.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 38.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 30.6 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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We are experiencing substantial growth, primarily as residents of the Chicago area flee the high taxes, high insurance, and corrupt government in Illinois.
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Munster Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Munster
The current population in Munster is 23,733. The population has increased 2.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,733 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 23,733 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 23,731 | 0.1% |
| 2021 | 23,717 | 4.9% |
| 2020 | 22,604 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 22,689 | -0.7% |
| 2018 | 22,840 | -0.7% |
| 2017 | 23,005 | -0.4% |
| 2016 | 23,103 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 23,250 | -0.3% |
| 2014 | 23,325 | -0.5% |
| 2013 | 23,445 | -0.1% |
| 2012 | 23,460 | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 23,406 | 0.7% |
| 2010 | 23,254 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Munster
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Munster is:
69.6% White with 16,526 White residents.
7.4% African American with 1,754 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 54 American Indian residents.
6.3% Asian with 1,491 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 26 Other residents.
1.9% Two Or More with 449 Two Or More residents.
14.5% Hispanic with 3,433 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Munster | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 69.6% | 75.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.4% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 6.3% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.9% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.5% | 8.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Munster
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Munster is 50.5% female with 11,980 female residents.
Munster is 49.5% male with 11,753 male residents.
| Gender | Munster | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Munster for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Munster completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Munster completed 9-12th grade.
22.0% of adults in Munster completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Munster completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Munster completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in Munster completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in Munster completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Munster completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Munster completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Munster | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 22.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 19.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Munster, Indiana
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4.9% of households in Munster earn Less than $10,000.
0.9% of households in Munster earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.6% of households in Munster earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.8% of households in Munster earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.5% of households in Munster earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.5% of households in Munster earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.1% of households in Munster earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.3% of households in Munster earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.3% of households in Munster earn $150,000 to $199,999.
19.0% of households in Munster earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Munster | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.9% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.9% | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.6% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.8% | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.5% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.5% | 17.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.1% | 13.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.3% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.3% | 8.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 19.0% | 8.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
