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Schererville, IN

Schererville is a town in St. John Township, Lake County, Indiana, United States. The population was 29,646 at the 2020 census. It is a suburb of Chicago, located 30 miles south of the city. Schererville is located at 41°29′21″N 87°26′35″W (41.489135, -87.443137) in Lake County, Indiana. Schererville is 11 miles south of the Lake Michigan shore and 2 miles east of the Indiana/Illinois state line.

Considered part of the Chicago metropolitan area and located just 30 miles from Chicago, Schererville is considered a suburb of this municipality. Many residents commute daily for school and work. According to the 2010 census, Schererville has a total area of 14.763 square miles (38.24 km²), of which 14.71 square miles (38.10 km²) (or 99.64%) is land and 0.053 square miles (0.14 km²) (or 0.36%) is water. One of Schererville's neighborhoods, Briar Ridge, spans both Schererville and adjacent Dyer. The ridge south of Route 30 is the Glenwood Shoreline.

Long before Indiana became a state, long before the founding of Schererville, people called the area the "Crossroads," as several Native American trails intersected here, that later became routes for the wagons of settlers traveling west.

As of the census of 2010, there were 29,243 people, 11,883 households, and 7,981 families living in the town. The population density was 1,988.0 inhabitants per square mile (767.6/km²). There were 12,393 housing units at an average density of 842.5 per square mile (325.3/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 86.8% White, 5.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.8% Asian, 2.9% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.6% of the population. There were 11,883 households, of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 27.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.03.

In terms of health and wellness, Schererville is committed to fostering a healthy community for its residents. Residents can access healthcare services at the Franciscan Health Hospital in nearby Dyer, ensuring quality medical care for the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Schererville 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 Basecamp Fitness Studio, Anytime Fitness, and Grit Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Schererville, such as the Pennsy Greenway Trail and Stephen Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Schererville, IN include Peter G Redar Memorial Park, Rohrman Park, and Hoosier Prairie.

Population: 29,243 (2021). Elevation: 700 feet. Area: 15.15 sq mi (39.23 km²). ZIP Code: 46375. Area code(s): 219.

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Who founded Schererville, IN?

Long before Indiana became a state, long before the founding of Schererville, people called this place the “Crossroads.” The name was appropriate. Several Indian trails intersected in the area and these trails became westward routes for the wagons of settlers looking to make their fortune in new unclaimed lands. One of these settlers was Nicholas Scherer, who arrived in the U.S. from Germany in 1846. When he came to this place at the southern tip of Lake Michigan in 1866, he founded the community that bears his name.

Is Schererville, IN a good place to live?

Schererville is in Lake County and is one of the best places to live in Indiana. Living in Schererville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Schererville, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Schererville and residents tend to have moderate political views.

What is the crime rate in Schererville, IN?

According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Schererville is safer than 79% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In Indiana, only on the order of 32% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Schererville. If you live in Schererville, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in the community is 1 in 241. The US average across communities from the largest to the smallest is 1 in 43.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Schererville

Franciscan Health 

Schererville Parks and Recreation Department

Basecamp Fitness Studio

Anytime Fitness 

Grit Fitness

Pennsy Greenway Trail 

Stephen Park

Peter G Redar Memorial Park

Rohrman Park

Hoosier Prairie

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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