Pros and Cons of Living In Indianapolis [2021]

[@walterhoward5512]

I'm from Indianapolis. The city has changed a lot since I was a kid. When I worked downtown in high school downtown was boring. Now it is a happening place.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

It sure is. Plenty going on in around Indy

[@MsTwiththeTea1980]

yes, i am a born and raised hoosier and it has definitely grown for the better over the years.

[@davidmedley567]

I love this channel! I moved to Indianapolis in 2018 and wish I had this channel as a resource before I did because it is so full of useful information. I check out every video just to learn more about the city and every single one has helped me get a better understanding of Indy and the surrounding metro.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks for watching and I'm certainly happy the channel has helped!

[@MsTwiththeTea1980]

welcome to indianapolis, glad you are enjoying

[@BoratWanksta]

@@msuspartans5139 Really? I wouldn't guess Pittsburgh flights would be cheaper, vs. Indianapolis. But that's just me.

[@Mr.Sasquatch828]

I’m really late but I’m moving to indiana

[@stephanielaudicina2293]

I am now obsessed with your channel. We are moving to Indy next year and I can’t wait to watch more and learn more about the area.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks! Glad the channel has helped! Let me know if you have questions

[@staceyspencer2369]

Welcome, future Hoosier! I have lived in Indy for 25 years and I love it.

[@alaska340]

how is it so far?

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Hi Jason Compton, thanks for sharing your video about pros and cons of living in Indianapolis!

[@angelicsnoww]

I drive by Indianapolis alot. Town is probably my favorite of all midwest cities

[@chrisconnors9449]

I was just about to comment asking in regards to how the public transportation is in Indiana. Noticed in many Indiana videos rarely if ever see people waiting at a bus-stop. After watching numerous videos over the last 2 days this is the only one that addressed that. So thank you Jason Compton for touching on that subject. Coming from N.y that is one of the main things that I was curious about. Overall Jason Compton has the best (non-biased) channel, BY FAR, teaching about Indiana. “Thanks again sir”. Next curious info I’m going to be looking into is which of these areas are the best/safest mixed demographic areas to live in.

[@cynthiahicks1909]

Love the art scene in Indianapolis- Talbot, Broadripple. The art school near Broadripple is so wonderful. I drive 3 hours just to take classes there. The airport is easy to maneuver. I participate in the art museum show- it's so organized. Love Indy. Going to Broadway plays there is so much easier than Chicago.

[@MsTwiththeTea1980]

yes, i enjoy the broad ripple life. i love the variety of food options in broad ripple

[@RaabStephan]

I totally agree with you. Wish the city wasn't so spread out and easier to get around without a car. Hoping the expansion to the red line, and the normalization of having it will make it more popular heading into the future!

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

I agree!

[@rainiegrant8786]

I work in community development on the Near Eastside, and I’m in talks for the Blue Line. Hopefully we can get that moved forward soon.

[@Zhane-ce7nj]

@@rainiegrant8786 Gross. Leave the major streets alone. They are already congested enough. College is a nightmare.

[@janecarolhogue3140]

I live in a older Eastside neighborhood. Quiet we take care of our houses. Love my neighborhood

[@DARONCOLBAIR]

Been living in Indy since 2001. Very true. Red line is fairly new, not many people outside of those surrounding neighborhoods use it. As far as sports, yes it's Colts first, Pacers 2nd and ironically is the Cubs 3rd. Those neighborhoods you mentioned you will find a ton of Chicago Cubs fans....they proudly wave the flags outside of there homes. The conventions stay mainly in the downtown area like future farmers or GenCon so traffic isn't a problem during events. The top suburbs are Carmel, Fishers, Brownsburg and Avon...zionsville , Noblesville, greenwood are next and then Lawrence and Oaklandon (Mt Vernon township) area. You will definitely stretch your dollar here. Indianapolis also offers high paying finance and tech jobs. This is a city you really have to live in to appreciate.

[@gagayung7037]

Love this channel and I'm in Indy now Let's Go Indy Gods good.

[@lordunidas5558]

I don't know if its past nostalgia, the friends ive met,or my personal preference of environment, but i love it here. Crimes do happen,prices of living arent exactly perfect, but people born and raised indiana are something else in a good way. I love the way indy just is. Also,i have enjoyed many six hour walks around here from the east to the west. Just love it here. Even though the weather is terribly inconsistent

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Agreed. I love it here as well. It's not perfect but no place is. I'd say it's better than average though

[@reagankurtz6517]

Born and raised in this city and this is a great video!

[@missfate5144]

Thanks a bunch for this video it helpful really. We are plan to move in Indianapolis in the right time. Please more video how is it people there are they friendly which city is likely you to suggest to live. X

[@brianralston1579]

Love Indy and he's right you can walk everywhere within 15-30 min very clean never had any problems while iv been down town.

[@Theuglyconcretefinisher]

Love my state!!! Downtown Indy is supernice. All kinds of scooters and Bicycles to rent. Tons of stuff to do and its not overpriced but some places can be a little steep but woth it

[@cyberlake289]

Pros of living in Russia: Everybody think you have a hand-raised bear, cons - you don't. Thanks for the video, very useful.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks for watching!

[@7urbine]

Awesome video! Good info and great footage. Moved here after college and have been loving it! It really is the perfect size (for me anyways)

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks! Appreciate that. Glad you like it here!

[@jess8257]

What’s the best side of town to stay in Indiana that’s quiet and not expensive

[@emmawatts9257]

I lived in Indianapolis all my 68 years, it is Home love it!!💕💕

[@aallen681]

Love Indy, with allergies and reaction to cold gloomy winters, prevents me with ever living there again……a plus is the Midwest people, friendly, a lot of city is southern oriented!

[@kazijami7501]

Very well described and to the point.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks! Appreciate that

[@johnbarasch1917]

Looking to move out of New York it's so damn expensive u think this could be a good place to start a new life?

[@jannarf1]

Another thing to keep in mind is our road construction. Its a nightmare right now. There are lots of traffic and lots of detours. But u have outlying cities that are beautiful like Brown County.

[@metrobyt8540]

Great video! Can you please let me know how expensive is the rent in Indianapolis at this moment? A Studio or a one bed apartment? Thank you.

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Jason Compton, monument circle is a fantastic place in Indianapolis!

[@noahclark1466]

I stay off state and Minnesota On cottage Avenue you should do a video over here

[@godsoldier6240]

Indy pro for me is very affordable compare to other cities of it size, Quite, good colleges. Too much opportunities because it’s growing fast, there are so many jobs available too. Con not very open minded, nothing happening very boring, weather is very unpredictable it can rain, cold, hot ,sunny in the same day. Winter is very harsh . 🥶🥶

[@larrycampbell6691]

Another well done video.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks Larry!

[@daphblue]

Someone was shot inside a taxi at 2am a road over from my workplace. The police came to our door the next day to see if anyone lived near and had information. Traffic is bad at times and houses are expensive. My husband and I moved to the country a couple hours away and love our new life here

[@mrjfrostbite]

Best description of Indianapolis I give people once I moved here is a big city for people who aren’t used to and wouldn’t be comfortable in actual big cities. Indiana is very conservative as a state with most of the residents being small town people so Indianapolis often gets over exaggerated by Indiana residents as being way more urban than it actually is. Basically if you’re moving from a one traffic light town in rural Indiana, Indianapolis is a crime ridden ghetto out of mad max. If you’re moving from literally any other major city in the Midwest it’s Mayberry. Basically a small country town that disguises itself by having tall buildings and tries to act like a big city but doesn’t do it very well. Basically if you come here from a Cleveland or Chicago or even Louisville let alone a New York or LA, expect to be bored out of your mind or impressed by how quaint it will feel in comparison. If you come here from hee haw county somewhere, expect to be overwhelmed by how big and scary it is. .

[@juliegill9322]

How is the healthcare system?

[@misqnon5546]

as someone who's lived in rural-mid indiana their whole life and visited indy every now and then (as every indiana resident is forced to at some point) this is the truest comment i've seen so far. in addition, hearing indy described as "affordable" again and again is killing me- compared to the rest of indiana, it's ridiculous. i know it seems affordable if you're from out of state, but as an indiana resident the rent there is Very intimidating (imo). no apartments less than 1.2k a month, meanwhile where i'm from rent ranges from 300-700 a month most times.

[@saverlater123]

@@juliegill9322depends on the company like everywhere else lol. RR is the only thing keeping me here

[@vora_thk1118]

From Bangkok, Wow love beautiful city i like the trees color green yellow and red.

[@Woodsandwizdom]

I have lived in Indianapolis since 1989. I have watched this city greatly deteriorate! In fact, I've never thought I'd want to move out of the city. But I assure you, crime is terrible! There seems to be a shooting or homicide daily! Our murder rate is up incredibly from last year , and last year was a record high! I'm surprised this video even mentioned Fountain Square as a nice neighborhood! I lived there for about 10 years. The homelessness, crime and high rate of drug abuse runs rampant in that community. It's a shame too because many investors have renovated homes. The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) are full of thugs, and every school has its own police. Human trafficking is prevalent during the big sporting events. The host of this show doesn't even seem like he's even lived here. The bus station is located right next to the main jail and it's dangerous! If you decide to walk around downtown, be prepared to be hassled by beggars. If you're considering moving here, I'd suggest going north of Fishers or south of Greenwood. The police are overworked and never enough of them. I once called 911 because there was a guy trying to start a fight at the laundry mat, it took the police more than 40 minutes to show up! Thank goodness the aggressor didn't have a gun. I'm not trying to be a Debbie Downer, just wished this video would had been more realistic.

[@gabrieldominguez8500]

Thanks for sharing this information!

[@MzCrystal-7]

Your so right about everything you said

[@MotherSky11]

I moved to Indy 3 years ago with high hopes after researching and seeing many insights that speak similar thoughts to this video. Man do I regret this move!! I agree with everything you said. I don’t feel safe walking downtown to work because of all the beggars. The crime is bad. I can’t find a decent school for my kids because I can’t afford a private school and all the public and charter schools are full of bullies. The only positive to my move to Indy is that I really enjoy my job.

[@yesitsthattime]

I've been here in indy since 2008, from Houston tx. It has definitely changed since we moved here. I think its still pretty good, but im comparing it to Houston. Glad I was able to raise my family here. They're all adults now, so im ready to move further south. I really miss the hospitality

[@ramboeastwood1522]

@@yesitsthattime Indy has a higher violent crime rate than Houston...

[@stakknation123]

Does Indy have a terrible homeless problem like Denver, where I live?

[@JadeTheWolf1982]

Hi I may be moving to Indianapolis for a new job at Salesforce. Looking for a reasonable place to live with a walkable neighborhood. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[@mandfwjames6787]

I am thinking about relocating to Indianapolis after looking at teacher salaries in Austin, Texas suburbs compared to cost of living. Can a teacher with 10 plus years of experience make a good salary in the Indianapolis Public School District. I want to buy a home next year. I couldn't locate their salary schedule for teachers on their website.

[@therealrobstark2916]

I moved to Atlanta on my own when I turned 21 and I want to move back so bad

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Indy will be waiting for you!

[@BoratWanksta]

Hope you're able to move back to Indy, someday. While I like Atlanta, I greatly detest how bad traffic is in that area! The traffic around Indy, is nowhere near as bad.

[@unoriginxlity]

me watching this video as if i havent lived in Indianapolis all 18 years of my life

[@DaBearBaloo]

What is the violent crime rate?

[@tristanchavez5252]

How would you compare Charlotte to Indianapolis?

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Roughly similar in size but outside of that I don't know much about the details of Charlotte.

[@JimBrownski]

I know both. Similar. Charlotte has better weather and Public transportation. Schools probably better in Indy. Im from DC, mom is from Indy. Wife from North Carolina lol. If I had to pick, It's Charlotte because of the Weather. Also feel like Charlotte is slightly cheaper.

[@jacobtooley8688]

Are you going to do any videos in Indianapolis like the Eastside or Southside of Indianapolis

[@LeahMCuffe]

How would I apply for the sec 8 program. I use to live in Indy near Michigan Rd., and Kessler Blvd. Currently I live in Lebanon Indiana and I hate it. Also sucks without having a vehicle.

[@pappatimvw]

Hi, I’m interested in Indiana close to Indy, I was wanting to know about DoorDashing there. Thank you

[@jackhumphris4838]

Wondering more about greenwood and places in southern indianapolis

[@artgood73]

Where is that walking path from the landscape section of the video?

[@braces36]

Hello. Can you show how much is the income of care giver in Indiana? Show some caregiver facilities?

[@mbshekay4527]

Wow that's awesome info

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks!

[@paulogden6682]

He talks about Indy's metro area population and then says, the city, "by itself", ranks 34th. Not sure where he's getting that. indy ranks between 11th and 15th in population depending on whether you include in the excluded cities of Beech Grove, Lawrence, Southport and Speedway.

[@carterhudson9804]

Good thing I live in Indianapolis same downtown as you

[@jeffjrums6051]

Here's the thing. I'm currently living in Buffalo, originally from Rochester (NY). Looking to move elsewhere at the end of March so I'm looking at various cities. Post covid left cities like the two I just named just fine except the rent has gone up, just like everywhere else basically. So I'm looking to move because I figure my money would be better spent in a place with a little more going on, buffalo isn't that happenin' minus being so close to Toronto and Rochester is a great niche city for sure (apparently the crime is decent in both but I haven't noticed too much). All I'm saying is, every city has its stuff, moving anywhere, you're gonna have homers with opinions. Ultimately if you want safe and quiet and all that, don't live in a major city. If you want to be closer to the action and struggle to park and all that, live in a city. Can't have everything you want. For the record, I'm a drummer of 20+ years looking to have a change of scenery so I'm looking at places like Indy to see if it'd be a nice change of pace!

[@jgrysiak6566]

Be prepared to pay annual car tax on the book value of your car. They even make u pay annual car tax on a lease!

[@jgrysiak6566]

I don't think they tax groceries in Indiana, WV & VA do.

[@koko_7]

am bored in indianpolis .dont know where to go what to do alone ?

[@jhdez613]

Hello you have fun now in Indy ? Or what !!!

[@karolinewriter6419]

Cannot wait to move out of Indy!! Crime is out of control!

[@07zx14White]

I was looking to see if anyone was going to be honest.

[@broaddusmarines]

Crime comes with the territory in any big city.

[@VinMotors0613]

try Chicago, its crimecity!

[@lwatts82067]

So true

[@EliasBac]

I work in the airline industry in Montreal and constantly looking for Walkable us cities I can visit for a weekend (free employee travel). I think my next Airbnb booking will be downtown Indianapolis 😅

[@LetsHaveFunJeremiah_LHFJRandom]

I used to go to the hospital there from Muncie a lot when i was younger

[@juliegill9322]

Decent hospital system?

[@charlenejames3154]

Do they have Jobs cus I live In Atlanta and it’s getting bad here .

[@shaolinman]

Real estate prices in Indiana overall is going way up and it’s NOT CHEAP.

[@AJAlmighty]

First off, love your videos! We’ve been researching a lot to move to the area from CA. I would love your input on this though. As someone from the outside, you hear a lot about the crime rate in Indianapolis when doing any type of searches. Your videos obviously show such a beautiful side to the city and surrounding areas. As someone who has been in the area for so long, what is your opinion on the crime rate? Is it concerning to you? Do you think it’s something people should consider when moving there? As a parent to 4 young kids, I can imagine as they get older the big thing they’d want to do is go into Indianapolis. And that thought would be concerning based on some of these news stories I see. As reference, we’re from San Diego. This topic might actually make a great and informative video 😊

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Hey! Thanks for watching! The crime rate is certainly bad in some areas. But, that's not unlike any other good size city in the country. There are plenty of places in Indy where the crime is not a huge concern. The crime rate is extremely low in all the surrounding cities for the most part. I'm happy to discuss with you if you like. Give a call and we can chat!

[@danjones3009]

How interesting,, I just read your comments and I have the same concerns. Not only that, I live in San Diego and am considering Indianapolis as well. Best of luck to you and your family. To us too! Cheers!

[@ELaw15]

if you would like to reach out to me, i’ve lived in the westside suburbs (brownsburg) downtown suburbs (Fountain Square and Broad Ripple) and can let you know what my experiences have been. but overall lot of good suburbs with good schools, lot of cool downtown suburbs w younger pops (downtown schools aren’t rated as highly and a decent amount of kids go to private schools). The whole metro area and suburbs have been growing significantly over the past 10-20 years

[@kayteebarga9694]

I've lived in the outskirts of Indy my whole life. The main crime is all within the community of people who always commit crimes. If you're not a part of the drugs and shit you're probably not gonna get into any trouble. I'm a woman and I would walk at night downtown 7 blocks every night for years while working there and I never had any issue.

[@cameroncook313]

Born and raise inside of Indianapolis the violence in Indiana is almost exclusively contained to those who sell drugs and gang bang. Indy is a gorgeous city with so much culture

[@IndyAerialDronePhotographyLLC]

Nice footage.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks!

[@MyGarage-uu5ld]

Im in Avon. Moved here from lower Michigan and love it. We are in a non-HOA subdivision. Witch 95% are HOA.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Yes... plenty of HOA's!

[@spikehairiscool]

I want to try life in Indianapolis

[@juliegill9322]

What about heaalthcare system?

[@12799MaDeuce]

My brother just bought a house in Fishers. I was impressed enough with the area that I'm considering moving there too (been looking for a new job anyway, so could be the perfect time).

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Fishers is a nice place. But, there are other great places as well. Where do you live now?

[@DomDanCam]

Fishers is the place to be! selling my gentrification home downtown indy soon, see ya up there!

[@RedPillBluePillMyPill]

Fishers isn't indy

[@DomDanCam]

@@RedPillBluePillMyPill lmao, sadly… it is

[@RedPillBluePillMyPill]

@@DomDanCam lmao sadly it isn't. Not even the same county...

[@hoopty388]

if you search out up and coming neighborhoodslike irvington you can buy a well priced home that will most likely blow up in the next 5 years

[@KINGLAMR]

I live in Indianapolis

[@toridavis764]

Which towns are affordable and how are the schools and crime in those areas

[@johnbarasch1917]

Good parts to live in?

[@CJyuzabuster]

If you’re thinking about moving to Indianapolis, don’t. As a native I can say the only thing it’s sort of decent for is making money. If you seek natural scenery, entertainment, or nightlife activities you will be disappointed. But hey, at least Chicago & Cincinnati are both 2 hours away

[@KyloBarley]

Entertainment? Going to pacers and Indians games are some of the best times of my life

[@CJyuzabuster]

@@KyloBarley dude i posted this 2 years ago, who cares. Well… obviously you care. Find something else to care about. You probably had to wait till the Pacers became a decent team again to post that reply

[@KyloBarley]

@@CJyuzabuster ur comment was the top comment are you delusional?

[@MikeTython369]

⁠I think you're the only reason anyone shouldn't want to move to Indianapolis 🤷‍♂️

[@CJyuzabuster]

@@MikeTython369 who cares.

[@claudettebennett1893]

Tell me about speedway....is it safe to live and travel into the town

[@staceyspencer2369]

I live just south of Speedway, literally a few hundred feet from the border. It's a great little town. Great schools! Main Street is walkable and has several restaurants and coffee shops. There are a couple of small parks that are nice. There's a walking trail on what used to be a railroad.

[@robertsipes7391]

One con of living in Indianapolis is having to avoid inner city crime and homicides. I usually say I just live here because I work here.

[@OccupiedEntity]

Here's a little tidbit fyi... Indianapolis is the largest city in the USA that doesn't have a Port for shipping.

[@TonyRigo23]

How is crime there? Is it true according to the nationsl average, Indianapolis is at 67% higher than the 26% average or 23% of that in L.A.. Granted Indianapols population is a bit over 900,000 and L.A. population is a bit over 3,900,000.

[@ommia9085]

Is it usually that clean on the sidewalk ? My city is filthy we’ve got garbage, carts, cardboard homes etc. No stray animals though because the wildlife would eat them.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Plenty of areas in the city are clean. There are of course rough areas too.

[@allancales4959]

I bought a house in Toledo ,Ohio I pay 360.00 per month. 3 bedrms 2 baths

[@615capone]

😂😂

[@sunshine-nk9sv]

I lived in Indy for almost 50yrs. Live in phx now and like it alot more. Indy's got roughly 6 good and 6 not so good months of weather if you like warmth and sunshine. Unless you've got family, farmland or just dig alot of cold drury weather in a semi industrial setting, then go somewhere warm, that's what Indy people do on vacation.

[@jkyoft78]

If you had the date + time on your videos it would provide the viewer with a sense of vehicular & pedestrian traffic. This video doesn't show any traffic at all...this is a problem, it's not accurate.

[@philobetto5106]

yes considering we've been hit with a wave of ''noncitizens'' of the US, our population has doubled in the last year, I'm very concerned

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

Marion County jail 1 is some where u don't wana go, so if u doing dirt in nap, don't get caught. I'm not anymore! SHOUT OUT DANVILLE

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

Good video

[@volkswobin]

Thank you, for the great tour and information ! My husband and I are planning to move to Brownsburg when he retires. We are both native Californian's.....Please, don't hold that against us, and are looking forward to living in a community....Of sanity !

[@brandonspeece2432]

Only Texans will hold that against you lol Indiana welcomes all!

[@Asha30Assistant]

Here is one of the worst things about living in Indianapolis. 1# Airbnb's We've lived in our home for over 15 years it is in a quiet neighborhood North of Lawrence bordering on fishers. Since may of 2022 a Investment group purchased the home next door that had mold issues but has been recently renovated but the mold still comes back. We were told back in May from Lawrence city council that airbnb's are illegal in residential areas in Lawrence. The community in neighborhood has posted signs , Report it to airbnb about the late night parties, the traffic in-and-out all hours of the night starting at 1am . The community has reported it to the city sill waiting. Back in May a renter tried to get a six-year-old boy inside the airbnb and sill nothing done. the neighbors and us are forced to sell our homes to be safe from Drug trafficking ,pedophiles, late night parties. Ask yourself is Indianapolis where you want to live?

[@eddievenuto1862]

Columbus Ohio is similar to Indianapolis. Columbus is much larger than Indianapolis though. I would say Columbus and Indianapolis cost probably the same. I live in Canton Ohio all my life small town. Most everything here is inexpensive even a home is relatively inexpensive compared to Los Angeles.

[@goodgr100]

Columbus, OH. Is not much larger than Indy. They are both roughly the same size.

[@Doubleshake]

I say the same thing. They are literally the same city Columbus feels just slightly bigger n is growing faster. I live in Columbus but I visit Indy on the regular cuz I got family out there. Everytime I go there I feel like I never left Columbus😅

[@lucaslacayo7807]

There are parks all over Indianapolis

[@hoopty388]

did you just say that having lots of trees is a con?

[@lucaslacayo7807]

I live in Indianapolis and parking is a f**king nightmare

[@joejohnston3251]

I lived downtown on Mass Ave. I love Indy. It has transformed. I would like to know how the gay population made Mass Ave a destination. How the idea is cultured and how it owns its roots.

[@joejohnston3251]

To this day I have a ring on my finger from silver in the city.

[@joejohnston3251]

Metro has one of the best backdrops of a bar in my lifetime. Prove me wrong.

[@xX-qw4of]

I really appreciate that you never mention sports without adding the wnba team in, and that it's genuinely not an afterthought for you, but a true draw

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Thanks! The WNBA games are super fun. They should be a draw for everyone. It's great basketball

[@rahelgoitom8410]

I live in Indianapolis for 5 years nowevery thing

[@sjtanman]

You should be living in COMPTON CA with that name...but it's not a nice city..I am interested in gas prices, home costs, cost of living, adv income, how much you need to make to have a nice life. Crime, car theft.. etc.

[@dimasamoylov1844]

I lived there would not recommend this city it wasn’t for me. Lots of people I knew there where trying to move out. Boring high crime and not many jobs that pay what you need to support a living. More cons then anything from my experience. Only pro the highway System to find other places to move to.

[@froogoo19]

“Boring high crime” yeah I wouldn’t want to move to a city where the crime is boring 😂😂, I need some excitement with my crime

[@MzCrystal-7]

I agree I'm looking to move

[@Wilma.Flintstone]

I'm a born/raised/still living in New York City-er and $179,000 here would get you...a trip to the nearest psychiatric unit because you would clearly be crazy to expect to get anything here for that amount, LOL

[@cyxw1234]

Absolutely 💯 Facts

[@abdulazizalhumaid3305]

I have been there for 3 years as a foreign students. Bad experience for me people there are boring and there lifestyle are inactive. Easy to see corporations around city, such as roads , schools, and businesses. Bars , nights clubs 👎👎 women not friendly. 3 yrs I didn't make a good relationship and communication 🙄 I am back home now people ask me usa Coulter my answer is I don't remember any !! So sad 😞

[@beenadickarnold5666]

I feel bad for you because I know all too well what you're going through, get the hell out of there Indy sucks lol!

[@CJyuzabuster]

You’re not wrong my friend. Indianapolis is a dull city. You’ll come across A LOT of small-minded people here. Decent place to make money, but that’s about it. If you’re looking for things to do here don’t get your hopes up. Make your money & look elsewhere

[@cameronrobinson7400]

1) Downtown is not compact. It’s way too spaced out. You can not get around to those places you listed without driving and there is no free parking downtown. You are definitely looking for a workout if you are walking from the Circle Centre Mall (cheapest hourly parking rate by far) to the Canal or the museum, 15 minutes minimum. The only eatery that can house a group of people outside of bars to eat at a decent price is Steak N Shake. St. Elmo’s is about 40.00 a plate to start. Downtown is dead without a Pacers game (I work and live downtown) even on a Friday night because downtown caters too much to counties up north and tourists who’s are presumed to have more money. The citizens who live in the metro area are left with stores they don’t shop in and restaurants you don’t go to daily so they can’t really develop any kind of culture that’s unique to Indy.. That bias also shown in the malls as Simon reduced Centre Circle to a what is a little more than an airport mini mall while malls in Greenwood, Castleton and Geist are treated with a respectable level of care. There are two shops dedicated to “I love Indy” merch downtown that don’t exist anywhere else. 2) Very few acts come to Indy so TCU has capacity they rarely reach outside of festivals which are few and far in between. Live Nation managed to book Mariah Carey years ago and that was by far the biggest and most notable outside of Hamilton which was all at Old National Center, which is again a drive away and they too charge for parking . 3) Indianapolis is cheaper than a lot of cities, but employers definitely take advantage of that as wages tend to stagnate, so you really can’t take advantage of it. FSQ (fountain square) is the most overrated neighborhood. People who are paying 400,000 for a two bedroom house in that area are crazy. They don’t have enough land to build anything else and what they do have is so small and niche they can barely carry inventory. Restaurants close as the KFC there has been everything under the sun and the library (in the heart of FSQ) is now abandoned and moved to a college campus. FSQ looks nice on paper, but you’ll run through it in about 15 minutes until you run into Twin Aire which is a mess.

[@Mr-hn6sn]

The only con I have about Indy is 465 it can get crazy

[@robertsparks3584]

Getting less affordable all the time the utilities have raised to uncomfortable.

[@ahmadblogamatir564]

Kerren bos 👍👍

[@bryancorkins1581]

Former science teacher from Michigan. I spent 13 years living and teaching down in Lake Mary Florida. I came back to Michigan to work for UPS as a driver. I missed teaching, and coaching and I am headed back to the classroom. Because of certifications I have to leave Michigan, or go back to college at 42. I have settled on three options not in any order. 1. Florida St. Augustine / Nocatee Area ($$$$$$$). 2. Louisville Kentucky (drove through it a few times). 3. Indianapolis area - close to family, etc. What are your thoughts on Indianapolis compared to the three? How diverse is Indianapolis and the surrounding area? Are people moving from other areas of the country etc.? As much as I loved living by the beach and the Florida lifestyle I would never own a home in the current market my salary would be $46,300 for a veteran.

[@LivingInIndianapolis]

Indy itself is pretty diverse. The suburbs are less so. It's an affordable city but it can be a little tricky. The most desirable areas are more expensive. However, there are other parts of Indy that are safe and affordable... just not the most desired locations. I know Louisville is similar to Indy in these points. St. Augustine is probably more expensive. Although, the winters will be much milder!

[@allancales4959]

If they had low income for families I would love to move back to Indianapolis. but the is no way I would if they don't have Low income.

[@dionw1644]

317 stand up!

[@robertsparks3584]

High prices to park

[@allancales4959]

I used to live in Indianapolis. But never went downtown. to expensive

[@networkerkid4870]

Lol thank you

[@tacocruiser4238]

Ive read some reviews of Indianapolis on various forums and its mostly negative. I have never been there so I dont know but I'm just telling you what other people are saying. Dont shoot the messenger!

[@froogoo19]

They’re not negative they’re just accurate 🤣🤣🤣

[@ChaoticMisfit]

Biggest problem with Indy is the crime. But I have been hear nearly my whole adult life I am 38 and never once had any problems. There are areas just like all metro cities that crime is just stupid high. Out side of that if you aren't doing stupid things you should be fine.