Carmel

About Carmel

Carmel is a rapidly-growing suburban city on the north side of Indianapolis. Covering 47 square miles in Hamilton County, Carmel offers convenient access to ample local amenities, while the highlights of downtown Indianapolis are just half an hour away. A system of walking trails and bike lanes makes Carmel both eco-friendly and easily accessible in many areas to those without a car.

Living in Carmel

Ongoing development over the past 20 years has taken Carmel from a quiet community to a thriving city with the expansive Arts and Design District, over 40 corporate headquarters and more than 500 acres of parkland. The city has earned recognition from several national publications for its family-friendly community, being named as one of the top places in the state for young families.

You'll discover many perks to living in the Carmel area. Local attractions include the Museum of Miniature Houses, the Monon Depot Museum and several golf courses ( both public and private). The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel is home to the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, the Indiana Wind Symphony, the Actors Theatre of Indiana and more. In addition to plenty of artistic, cultural and recreational opportunities, the city offers a variety of shopping and dining options, as well as a number of convenient everyday amenities like grocery stores and coffee shops.

Jobs in Carmel

Carmel is home to the Meridian Corridor, which houses a large concentration of corporate offices and operational centers. With more than 40 corporate headquarters and many regional offices based out of the city, it's a dynamic and exciting place to be searching for a job. Large companies headquartered in Carmel include Allegion, MISO, CNO Financial Group and Delta Faucet.

Several major employers in Carmel offer a variety of local jobs. If you're looking for work in Carmel, you may want to start your search at one of its large employers, like Geico, CNO Financial Group, Capital Group Cos. and Liberty Mutual.

Carmel Schools

Carmel's public school students are in the Carmel Clay School System, and attend some of the most highly-ranked schools in the state. There are also several private schools to choose from in the area.

Resources for Moving to Carmel

Here's some helpful information for planning your move to Carmel:

• Utilities: The city oversees water and sewer utilities and billing. Duke Energy and Vectren are the primary energy providers in the area.
• Garbage and Recycling: Trash and recyclables are picked up on a weekly basis. Yard waste is collected during seasonal intervals, with certain limits placed on the maximum number of bags that can be collected per home.
• Transportation: Carmel is a pedestrian- and bike-friendly city, and encourages locals to utilize alternatives to personal vehicles as often as possible. The city doesn't have a public transportation network.

Carmel Housing

Carmel is an extremely desirable place to live and therefore has a fairly expensive housing market. The median home price is significantly higher than national averages and has been rising rapidly as more people relocate to the area. However, because of its relatively large size, Carmel offers a variety of housing options to help you find something that fits your needs, whether you're planning to rent or buy.