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Lowell, IN

Lowell is a town in West Creek and Cedar Creek townships, Lake County, Indiana, United States. The population was 10,680 at the 2020 census.

According to the 2010 census, Lowell has a total area of 5.27 square miles (13.65 km²), of which 5.18 square miles (13.42 km²) (or 98.29%) is land and 0.09 square miles (0.23 km²) (or 1.71%) is water. Located five miles (8 km) outside of the Great Lakes Basin, Lowell sought permission to pipe in lake water to replace city water drawn from its high fluoride deep wells. However, the diversion of water out of the Great Lakes requires the approval of the Great Lakes Commission, which includes representatives of all the US states and Canadian provinces that border the lakes. Lowell's request was turned down in 1991. Lowell lies on the Valparaiso Moraine, almost on the Kankakee Outwash Plain. The town also lies near the St. Lawrence Seaway Divide.

Lowell was platted in 1853. It was named after Lowell, Massachusetts. The James Brannon House, Melvin A. Halsted House, Lowell Commercial Historic District, Charles E. Nichols House, and J. Claude Rumsey House are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

As of the census of 2010, there were 9,276 people, 3,392 households, and 2,500 families living in the town. The population density was 1,790.7 inhabitants per square mile (691.4/km²). There were 3,620 housing units at an average density of 698.8 per square mile (269.8/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 95.9% White, 0.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.9% of the population.

The town places a premium on the health and wellness of its residents, evident in various facilities and initiatives. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Lowell Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Anytime Fitness, Momentum Studio, and ATI Physical Therapy. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lowell, such as the Freedom Trail and Moose Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Lowell, IN are Buckley Homestead County Park, Kataaro Custom Martial Arts Products, and Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center.

Population: 11,449 (2024).  ZIP code: 46356. Area code: 219. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Area: 6.58 sq mi (17.04 km²).

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What is Lowell, IN known for?

Home to the oldest Labor Day Parade in Indiana, Lowell hosts several other events and festivals including Buckley Homestead Days, a WWII re-enactment, the Cobe Cup Race, and many downtown events on Main Street. Lowell's downtown is well-known for its antique and specialty shops housed in the original circa 1890 buildings. There are also numerous casual and fine-dining restaurants.

What is the race population in Lowell, IN?

Lowell, IN is home to a population of 10.7k people, of which 97.9% are citizens. As of 2022, 4.06% of Lowell, IN residents were born outside of the country (435 people). In 2022, there were 15.4 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (9.17k people) in Lowell, IN than any other race or ethnicity. There were 596 Two+ (Hispanic) and 328 White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Lowell, IN a good place to live?

Living in Lowell offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Lowell and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Lowell are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Town of Lowell

Lake County

Lowell Parks and Recreation Department 

Anytime Fitness

Momentum Studio

ATI Physical Therapy

Freedom Trail 

Moose Park

Buckley Homestead County Park

Kataaro Custom Martial Arts Products

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center

South Shore Cva

Data USA

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