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Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis · Marion County · IN 46220
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$302K
Median Price
16/100
Walk Score
6.3/10
Schools
30 min
to Rolls‑Royce Plant
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
63/100
FQuietness
20/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
16/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
The area is affordable with decent incomes, but it’s a noisy, truck‑heavy, and car‑dependent zone. There’s limited walkability, dining, and green space, plus some violent incidents in the past. It may suit a budget‑conscious young pro, but you’ll face traffic, noise, and a lack of amenities.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price below city average
- ✓High median household income for the price
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Proximity to large employers like Rolls‑Royce
Real Talk
- !High traffic and noise from 250+ trucking companies
- !Limited walkability—must drive for most errands
- !Sparse dining and nightlife options
- !Reports of violent incidents in the area
- $Higher property taxes in the region
- $Potentially higher homeowner’s insurance due to traffic congestion
- $Longer commute times leading to higher fuel costs
Best For
budget‑conscious first‑time buyersyoung professionals near manufacturingthose who don’t mind a car‑centric lifestylepeople working in nearby industrial zones
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Indianapolis, IN
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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