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Information on Griffith, Lake County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Griffith, located in the state of Indiana, Lake County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Griffith, Lake County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Griffith Town HALL, Lake County

Griffith Town Hall's addressGriffith Griffith Municipal Building
111 N. Broad Street

Griffith, IN 46319
United States
Phone number of Griffith Town Hall+1 219-924-7500
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Griffith official websitegriffith.in.gov
Mayor of GriffithGeorge Jerome
Lake County, Indiana: Vital Records Griffith vital records
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Common questions about Griffith

What county is Griffith IN in?

Griffith, IN is located in Lake County

Where is Griffith, Indiana ?

Griffith is located in Lake County. It lies in the northwestern part of the United States, within Indiana and close to the Illinois border. Positioned just southeast of the metropolitan area of Chicago, Griffith is part of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI Metropolitan Statistical Area.

What is the cost of living in Griffith IN ?

The cost of living in Griffith, Indiana (Lake County) is relatively affordable. Housing averages around $220,000, while transportation costs are about $1,100 monthly. Groceries are also reasonable, with typical expenses around $300 per month. Overall, Griffith offers a balanced economic environment for residents.

Griffith building department, IN

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Griffith, IN, securing the appropriate permits is an essential step. Building permits in this city can be requested through the Griffith Building Department, located at the Town Hall. Before starting your project, it's advisable to contact this office to obtain detailed information regarding the application process, including associated fees and expected processing times. This proactive approach ensures compliance with local regulations and helps avoid unnecessary delays in your project's timeline.
OfficeTown of Griffith Building Department
CityGriffith
StateIndiana
Address111 N Broad Street, Griffith, IN 46319
Phone219-924-7500
Websitehttps://www.griffith.in.gov/departments/building-department

Demography of Griffith

Name of Griffith inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population16 806 inhabitants /
Population density in Griffith2 172,0 pop/sq mi (838,6 pop/km²)

Griffith Town (IN) statistics

Griffith IN Median household income$75,240
Griffith IN Poverty rate8.5%
Griffith IN Unemployment rate4.3%
Griffith IN Educational attainment90.4%

Air quality

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List of Passport Facilities in Griffith, IN

Where to apply for a passport in Griffith, IN? There are 1 passport offices in Griffith, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
GRIFFITH POST OFFICE900 N. BROAD ST.2198384140

Top 3 most popular banks in Griffith

There are 3 bank branches in Griffith.
BMO Harris Bank National Association is the most popular bank in Griffith with 1 branch offices, followed by Centier Bank with 1 branch offices and then First Midwest Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Griffith:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
BMO Harris Bank National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Centier Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Midwest Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Griffith administrative numbers

Griffith Town code1830042
Griffith Town postcode46319

Toponymy and translation of Griffith

Japanese: グリフィスKorean: 그리피스Russian: Гриффит

Transportation modes in Griffith

Airport
Gary/Chicago International Airport 6.1 miles
Porter County Regional Airport 22.2 miles
Chicago Midway International Airport 24.6 miles

Griffith territory

Griffith area7,74 sq mi (20,04 km²)
Griffith altitude630 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 41.5279
Longitude: -87.424
Latitude: 41° 31' 40'' North
Longitude: 87° 25' 26'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Natural parks

What is Griffith close to?

Nearby cities include: Highland, Schererville, Munster and Dyer
HighlandHighlandNew Chicago
HighlandNeighbouring townsMerrillville
ScherervilleScherervilleMerrillville
Highland 2.1 milesSchererville 3.1 milesMunster 4.3 miles
Dyer 4.9 milesMerrillville 6.7 milesLynwood 6.8 miles
Lansing 7 milesHammond 7.4 milesCalumet City 7.6 miles
Hobart 7.7 milesSauk Village 8 milesNew Chicago 8.2 miles
Ford Heights 8.3 milesEast Chicago 8.6 milesCrown Point 8.6 miles
Lake Station 9.5 milesGlenwood 9.7 milesBurnham 9.9 miles
South Holland 10.5 milesThornton 10.6 milesWhiting 10.7 miles

Distance between Griffith and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1762 milesHouston : 927 milesPhiladelphia : 652 miles
Phoenix : 1454 milesSan Antonio : 1041 milesSan Diego : 1735 miles
Dallas : 793 milesSan Jose : 1849 milesJacksonville : 838 miles
Indianapolis : 138 miles closestSan Francisco : 1902 milesAustin : 967 miles
Columbus : 256 milesFort Worth : 815 milesCharlotte : 565 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Griffith

Beiriger Elementary School

District of Griffith Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 479

Eldon Ready Elementary School

District of Griffith Public Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 419

Elsie Wadsworth Elementary School

District of Griffith Public Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 385

Middle schools in Griffith

Griffith Middle School

District of Griffith Public Schools
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 405

High schools in Griffith

Griffith Senior High School

District of Griffith Public Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 800

Private schools in Griffith

Calumet Christian School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 104

St Mary School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 256