Carmel Indiana

Carmel Indiana is located just north of Indianapolis in Hamilton County. In addition to an award-winning school system, there are plenty of fantastic reasons why Carmel is consistently named one of the best places to live in the Indianapolis area and the country!

Location

Carmel is located in Clay Township, Hamilton County, immediately north of Indianapolis on Highways U.S. 31 and IN 431. I-465 on the southern edge of the city connects four major interstates, more than any other metropolitan area in the state. Distance from Carmel to downtown Indianapolis is approximately 15 miles. Distance from Carmel to Indianapolis International Airport is approximately 25 miles.

Recreational Activities in Carmel

There are plenty of great reasons to call Carmel home! More than 23 municipal parks with playgrounds, shelters, trails, an amphitheater, water features, basketball and volleyball courts, softball diamonds, soccer fields and fishing mean there’s something for everyone to do! The Monon Trail is a 5.2 mile paved path from 96th Street to 146th Street connecting to the Indianapolis Monon Greenway. Carmel’s Arts & Design District is located in the heart of Old Town Carmel, and features trendy galleries, restaurants, and boutiques, and shops.

Carmel Demographics*

Population: 53,282
Median age: 37.2
Median income: $94,100
Median home price: $259,500

*based on 2010 Census report

Carmel Clay Schools

Carmel Indiana schools are among the best in the nation, and are well-known for academics, athletics, and extra-curricular activities. The Carmel Clay school district includes 10 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.

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