Fishers, Indiana
Young families find their perfect fit
Money Magazine (2017)
#1 Best Places to Live
Niche (2025)
#15 Best Cities to Raise a Family
WhereAtHome Score
76.4
Cout of 100
Overview
Fishers has transformed from a small town into one of the nation's most desirable suburbs in just two decades. The city offers excellent Hamilton Southeastern Schools, abundant parks, and a new downtown Nickel Plate District. Strong job growth and proximity to Indianapolis make it ideal for young professionals and families.
Key Highlights
- One of fastest-growing cities in Indiana
- Hamilton Southeastern Schools among state's best
- New Nickel Plate District downtown
- Extensive trail system connecting neighborhoods
- Strong tech and healthcare job market
- Very low crime rates
Key Metrics
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Hamilton County (county-level results)
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Climate
Summer High
85°F
Winter Low
20°F
Annual Rainfall
42"
Sunny Days
186
Amenities & Infrastructure
26+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
2 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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