Zionsville

About Zionsville

Located in Boone County, Zionsville is a fast-growing family-oriented community about 20 miles north of Indianapolis. More than 31,000 residents enjoy Zionsville’s great schools, abundant parks, public arts and culture programs, and small-town vibe. Long recognized as a Tree City USA and a Bike Friendly Community, Zionsville is convenient to big-city amenities in Indianapolis while boasting its own boutique shopping, unique eateries, and walkability.

Zionsville History

Zionsville was founded in 1852 along the expanding Lafayette and Indianapolis Railroad line on the property of Elijah and Mary Cross. When she rejected the idea of Marysville, the couple decided to name the station for William Zion, the railroad board member who had first approached the couple about a train depot on their land.

Abraham Lincoln made a whistle stop in Zionsville on the way to his inauguration as 16th U.S. President. For more on the Zionsville story, visit the Sullivan-Munce Cultural Center, which is an art center, history museum, and genealogy library all rolled into one. While there, newcomers and visitors will find the Zionsville Welcome Center a great resource.

Living and Working in Zionsville

Zionsville blends rustic charm with modern amenities, where small businesses thrive on Zionsville’s historic brick Main Street. Housing prices run just above the national average whether you rent or own. Most residents own their own homes, which vary widely in budget. Choose from new-construction townhomes and modest ranch-style houses on tree-lined streets near downtown to $5 million estates with plenty of acreage.

Zionsville is becoming a satellite racing-industry headquarters with Rahal Letterman Lonigan Racing and Graham Rahal Brands moving to Creekside Corporate Park, which is just 15 miles from Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Residents pursue careers in such fields as information technology, logistics, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, manufacturing, health, and food and beverage.

Things to do in Zionsville

Zionsville has more parkland for its size than nearly all other Indiana towns. Open spaces, trails, ball fields, pavilions, playgrounds, sledding hills, walking trails, and splash pads engage outdoor enthusiasts year-round. Parks and Recreation puts on more than a dozen big events each year and offers all-season programs at the Nature Center, from owl spotting to a seed swap to art-in-nature activities fit for any age.

Right in town you can kayak or fish Eagle Creek at Turkey Foot Park; mountain bike at Overley-Worman Park; or shoot 9 holes on the challenging fairways at Zionsville Golf Course. Public art is a high priority in Zionsville. Artists of all ages engage in making poetry, sculpture, and murals to enrich the entire community. Take in a show at the Performing Arts Center or nearby Black Box Theatre Company. Spend a day outside town boating or exploring tree canopies at Eagle Creek Park. Visit Indianapolis museums or join the thrill of Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Zionsville Transportation

Major arteries serving Zionsville include I-865 which runs east-west south of town, while U.S. 421, I-65, and I-465 run north-south. The Big-4 Rail Trail is a tree-lined paved path that runs through Zionsville connecting parks, other trails, and Town Hall Plaza. Indianapolis International Airport is just over 20 miles away.

Zionsville Schools

Award-winning Zionsville Community School System provides K-12 public education for its students and has been recognized on a state and national level for its excellence. The Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library promotes lifelong learning through its collections and interactive programs.

Resources for Moving to Zionsville

Contact CenterPoint Energy for gas service. East side residents use Duke Energy and west side residents Boone REMC for electric. Citizens Water Company is your go-to for water, except rural district residents who are within Whitestown Municipal Utilities.

Zionsville Wastewater Department provides sewer in the urban area, while TriCo Regional Sewer Utility serves residents east of U.S. 421 and Whitestown Utilities serves those living in far western Zionsville.

Zionsville provides curbside pickup of trash and recycling in the urban district. Internet providers include AT&T, TDS Inc., Charter Communications-Spectrum, or Metronet.

With high-quality schools, year-round recreation, vibrant businesses, and small-town charm, Zionsville is a great fit for young professionals, growing families, empty nesters, and retirees.