Known as the Princess City, Mishawaka has become one of Northern Indiana's premier places to call home. Beautiful riverfront parks, outstanding shopping, local restaurants, and an active community calendar create a lifestyle that's both convenient and full of opportunity.
The St. Joseph River is at the heart of Mishawaka, offering scenic walking trails, outdoor concerts, festivals, and year-round recreation. The city's continued investment in parks, public spaces, and downtown development has made it a destination for both residents and visitors.
From University Park Mall to The Mill at Ironworks Plaza, Mishawaka offers everything from national retailers to locally owned restaurants, breweries, and specialty shops. Community events, farmers' markets, and seasonal celebrations keep the city active throughout the year.
The School City of Mishawaka serves much of the community with schools, including:
Some neighborhoods are also served by Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation.
Mishawaka blends suburban comfort with modern convenience. Residents enjoy excellent parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, easy commuting, and a strong community spirit that makes everyday life both comfortable and connected.
57,719 people live in Mishawaka, where the median age is 36.6 and the average individual income is $32,260. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Mishawaka, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Oriental Market, Kristin's Kafe, and C'est La Vie Cakes.
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| Dining · $ | 4.34 miles | 22 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 2.27 miles | 75 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 3.78 miles | 22 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.13 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.56 miles | 10 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.1 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.91 miles | 7 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.88 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Mishawaka has 24,458 households, with an average household size of 4.63. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Mishawaka do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 57,719 people call Mishawaka home. The population density is 1,090 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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