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Moving to Modoc, Indiana

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Modoc is an unincorporated community located in Randolph County, Indiana. It is situated just east of Winchester, the county seat. The town was first established in 1837 and was named for the Modoc people, a Native American tribe that lived in the area prior to European settlement.

The town has a population of just under 500 people according to the 2010 census. The majority of residents are employed by local businesses such as farming, manufacturing, and transportation. Residents enjoy access to a variety of amenities including multiple churches, several restaurants, a post office, and several convenience stores.

The town also has its own school district known as Monroe-Randolph Community Schools which serves students from grades kindergarten through 12th grade. There are also many extracurricular activities available for students including sports teams, band and choir programs, drama clubs and more.

Residents of Modoc enjoy living in a rural environment with plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities nearby such as fishing at nearby lakes like White River Lake or hunting at local state forests like Redbird State Forest. The town is also close to larger cities such as Indianapolis and Richmond which offer more entertainment options for residents who want to get away from home for the day or weekend.

Modoc also offers a variety of events throughout the year including an annual summer celebration that includes fireworks displays and music performances as well as other seasonal festivals throughout the year like Christmas parades and Easter egg hunts that bring together members of the community for fun activities and socializing opportunities.

Overall Modoc is an excellent place to live if you’re looking for a small rural community with plenty of outdoor recreation possibilities nearby while still having access to larger cities when needed. Residents can enjoy all these amenities while still taking advantage of all the benefits that come with living in an unincorporated community like lower taxes than those living in cities or towns with their own governments can.

Population: 225. Estimated population in July 2024: 216 (-4.0% change)
Males: 117 (52.0%), Females: 108 (48.0%)

Randolph County

Zip code: 47358

Demographics

Median resident age: 33.7 years
Median household income: $28,333
Median house value: $40,800

Population by Race

Races in Modoc:

  • White Non-Hispanic (95.6%)
  • Two or more races (2.2%)
  • American Indian (1.8%)
  • Black (1.3%)
  • Hispanic (0.9%)

Ancestries: United States (16.4%), Irish (8.4%), German (5.3%), Scotch-Irish (5.3%).

Elevation: 1177 feet

Land area: 0.1 square miles

Map of Modoc, IN

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Modoc

  • High school or higher: 71.1%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 1.5%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 0.7%
  • Unemployed: 3.5%
  • Mean travel time to work: 36.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Modoc town

  • Never married: 17.9%
  • Now married: 59.3%
  • Separated: 0.0%
  • Widowed: 9.3%
  • Divorced: 13.6%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +7 (+3.2%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Modoc:

  • ST VINCENT RANDOLPH HOSPITAL INC (about 14 miles; WINCHESTER, IN)
  • HENRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 19 miles; NEW CASTLE, IN)
  • BALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC (about 22 miles; MUNCIE, IN)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Modoc:

  • DELAWARE COUNTY – JOHNSON FIELD (about 22 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Abbreviation: MIE)
  • ANDERSON MUNICIPAL-DARLINGTON FIELD (about 33 miles; ANDERSON, IN; Abbreviation: AID)
  • MOUNT COMFORT (about 55 miles; INDIANAPOLIS, IN; Abbreviation: MQJ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Modoc:

  • HAGERSTOWN (about 12 miles; HAGERSTOWN, IN; Abbreviation: I61)
  • REESE (about 14 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Abbreviation: 7I2)
  • RANDOLPH COUNTY (about 17 miles; WINCHESTER, IN; Abbreviation: I22)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Modoc:

  • IVY TECH STATE COLLEGE-EAST CENTRAL (about 20 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 2,013)
  • BALL STATE UNIVERSITY (about 23 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 17,039)
  • ANDERSON UNIVERSITY (about 37 miles; ANDERSON, IN; Full-time enrollment: 2,116)
  • MIAMI UNIVERSITY-OXFORD (about 47 miles; OXFORD, OH; Full-time enrollment: 15,704)
  • INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY (about 50 miles; MARION, IN; Full-time enrollment: 6,684)
  • WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 63 miles; DAYTON, OH; Full-time enrollment: 11,734)
  • SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 68 miles; DAYTON, OH; Full-time enrollment: 10,577)

Schools

Public high school in Modoc:

  • UNION JUNIOR & HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 179; Location: 8707 W US HWY 36 PO BOX 148; Grades: 07 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Modoc:

  • UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 278; Location: 8707 W US HWY 36 PO BOX 148; Grades: KG – 06)

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