Syracuse-Wawasee

Syracuse is a town located in Turkey Creek Township in Kosciusko County.

SYRACUSE: Welcome to the Lakes

Syracuse is a town located in Turkey Creek Township in Kosciusko County. The population consists of about 3,000 full time residents and about 35,000 seasonal residents. This quaint town offers shopping and dining, but most importantly Lake Wawasee as well as a few other lakes in the region consisting of Syracuse and Webster Lake. This area truly is the lake lover’s paradise. With a high standard of living, Syracuse offers desirable housing to all with easy access to Fort Wayne or Chicago. 


Enjoy the beautiful Lake Wawasee, an all-sports lake, offering 25 miles of shoreline with over 1000 lakefront homes and condos. Partake in all lake activities on this large lake offering amazing views and entertainment for all. Enjoy the multiple marinas on the lake where if you are not yet an owner of your own boat, you can be sure to rent one right on the lake! 


Then, you will enter the city of Syracuse where you will find local dining restaurants as well as small town shopping and a movie theatre. Syracuse offers to individuals of all ages including many childcare options, a youth center, the Syracuse Community Center and an updated and modern nursing home for senior citizens. Syracuse is a diverse area that offers many different industries such as boat manufacturing, rubber product manufacturing, circuit board manufacturing, RV manufacturing, plastic production, metal fabrication, printing, engine and control research and modular home manufacturing. 


The Oakwood Resort and Conference Center is Syracuse’s main event center for any special occasion but also offers The Pier & Back Porch restaurant with casual elegance with the indoor seating and seasonal outdoor dining accessible via Lake Wawasee. The Channel Marker is also a local favorite as a premier restaurant and bar destination. The Sleepy Owl is also a local hotspot which offers a unique family-friendly environment with a traditional American cuisine. 
Schools:


Wawasee Community Schools â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹

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  • Syracuse Elementary
  • Wawasee Middle School
  • Wawasee High School

Overview for Syracuse-Wawasee , IN

9,596 people live in Syracuse-Wawasee , where the median age is 45.9 and the average individual income is $36,397. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

9,596

Total Population

45.9 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$36,397

Average individual Income

Around Syracuse-Wawasee , IN

There's plenty to do around Syracuse-Wawasee , including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

12
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
52
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Brew City Roasting Company, Westmain Tavern, and Kiyomi.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.89 miles 21 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.49 miles 46 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.89 miles 48 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Dining 0.91 miles 27 reviews 4.4/5 stars
Dining · $ 0.88 miles 16 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Dining · $ 0.91 miles 37 reviews 4.3/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Syracuse-Wawasee , IN

Syracuse-Wawasee has 3,843 households, with an average household size of 2.49. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Syracuse-Wawasee do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 9,596 people call Syracuse-Wawasee home. The population density is 167.51 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

9,596

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.9

Median Age

49.99 / 50.01%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,843

Total Households

2.49

Average Household Size

$36,397

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Syracuse-Wawasee , IN

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Middle Schools ()
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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Syracuse-Wawasee . The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Wawasee Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
PRIVATE
1st - 8th
No rating available
Syracuse Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
2/5

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