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Retirement Living In North Central Indiana


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Area Description

Kosciusko is a large County in Indiana. We have over 100 lakes. Warsaw is a thriving faithbased community. Family comes first. The Village at Winona is a wonderful attraction to our area.

Includes Cities/Towns: Burket, Claypool, Mentone, Warsaw, Winona Lake.

Region Characteristics



Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    Attractions in Kosciusko County: www.koscvb.org/things-to-do/attractions
Take time for amusement Kosciusko County’s biggest attraction is our landscape, peppered with over a hundred lakes. It’s only natural we encourage you to enjoy it all from a beach, a leisurely boat cruise or even from a hot air balloon. But once you’re on land, a world of opportunities opens up. Our farms invite families to visit, learn more and buy locally grown produce. And our day spas delivers quite an experience where you’ll be sure to come out feeling and looking your best.

See our many Dining options: www.koscvb.org/things-to-do/dining

Cultural Activities


Browse through our large variety of
History and culture at:
www.koscvb.org/things-to-do/history-and-culture

Arts and entertainment
Every year, thousands of visitors descend upon Kosciusko County for the variety of arts and entertainment activities. We’re home to a professional symphony orchestra, a rarity for a community this size, and a world-class theatre where talented performers bring to life classic and new musical favorites. Painters, photographers, and jewelers craft and sell their work in county shops. Woodworkers and furniture makers shape fine pieces for your kitchen and home.
www.koscvb.org/things-to-do/arts-and-entertainment

Public transportation


We have a senior service bus and a local Kabs bus system.

Medical Facilities


Cancer Centers too.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In North Central Indiana?

For those of you that retire in North Central Indiana, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 10's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in North Central Indiana such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in North Central Indiana!

Summertime in North Central Indiana is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in North Central Indiana, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  17 F°  24 F°  32 F°
 Feb  19 F°  28 F°  36 F°
 Mar  28 F°  38 F°  47 F°
 Apr  39 F°  49 F°  60 F°
 May  49 F°  60 F°  70 F°
 Jun  59 F°  69 F°  80 F°
 Jul  63 F°  73 F°  83 F°
 Aug  61 F°  71 F°  81 F°
 Sep  53 F°  64 F°  75 F°
 Oct  42 F°  52 F°  63 F°
 Nov  33 F°  41 F°  49 F°
 Dec  21 F°  29 F°  36 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  28  2
 Feb  0  25  2
 Mar  0  21  0
 Apr  0  7  0
 May  0  0  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  2  0  0
 Aug  1  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  4  0
 Nov  0  15  0
 Dec  0  27  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  2 "  11  20 %
 Feb  2 "  8  22 %
 Mar  3 "  10  28 %
 Apr  4 "  12  37 %
 May  5 "  12  48 %
 Jun  4 "  11  58 %
 Jul  4 "  10  63 %
 Aug  4 "  9  63 %
 Sep  3 "  9  55 %
 Oct  3 "  10  43 %
 Nov  3 "  10  34 %
 Dec  3 "  12  24 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  11 "  17  7
 Feb  8 "  11  5
 Mar  4 "  4  2
 Apr  1 "  0  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  2 "  1  1
 Dec  8 "  10  5


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Cost of Living for North Central Indiana

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Senior Assistance in North Central Indiana

North Central Indiana offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does North Central Indiana Offer For Retirees?

Many of our non-profits have opportunities. VolunteerKosciusko.org is a great place to search for ideas.

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