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Indianapolis, IN vs Terre Haute, IN
Indianapolis, IN vs Terre Haute, IN: What the data shows
Indianapolis, IN is in Indianapolis, IN while Terre Haute, IN is in Terre Haute, IN — both in the same state. On home prices, Terre Haute, IN is the more affordable option at $55,600 median — $104,800 less than Indianapolis, IN's $160,400. WYLT rates Indianapolis, IN as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Terre Haute, IN as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Indianapolis, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Terre Haute, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Indianapolis, IN has Low flood risk and Terre Haute, IN has Low flood risk.
Terre Haute, IN is the more walkable neighborhood. Indianapolis, IN scores 6/100 (car-dependent) versus Terre Haute, IN's 35/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Indianapolis, IN has the higher school rating — Indianapolis, IN rates 6.6/10 and Terre Haute, IN rates 5.5/10.
| Category | Indianapolis, IN | Terre Haute, IN |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $160K | $56K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $989 | $864 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $47K ✓ Higher income | $23K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 6/100 | 35/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 17/100 ✓ Better transit | 10/100 |
| Bike Score | N/A | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 5.5/10 |
| Best for | First‑time buyers on a tight budgetYoung professionals working in the Northwest industrial corridorPeople who don’t mind driving for errands | Low‑income familiesStudents or recent graduatesRetirees looking for a cheap place to live |
Bottom line
Indianapolis offers slightly higher home prices and better schools than Terre Haute, but both neighborhoods score poorly on safety, walkability, and transit, and neither is a true long
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