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Hendricks County

#4 in Best Counties to Live in Indiana
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Indiana
  • 8 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      A
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      A
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      C
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    Hendricks County is located in Indiana with a population of 158,170. Hendricks County is one of the best places to live in Indiana. In Hendricks County, most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Hendricks County and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Hendricks County are highly rated.
    Population
    158,170

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $171,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,026
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      21%
    • Own
      79%
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    Hendricks County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      221
      282.7
    • Murder
      1.5
      6.1
    • Rape
      7.4
      40.7
    • Robbery
      17.7
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      151.7
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,546.8
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      170.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      13%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      12%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      13%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      12%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      23%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      31%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      28%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in Hendricks County

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $74,245
    National
    $55,322
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      Hendricks County Reviews

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      Hendricks county, IN is amazing. The school system is in the top in the state, which is what draws people in. Currently, many more jobs are coming to the area, as many office and apartment buildings are being built. Hendricks county is close to everything! Twenty minutes to most of the popular areas in central Indiana.
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      Hendricks County is an amazing community to be apart of to flourish and grow. I have lived in Hendricks County my whole life and it continues to surprise me with the endless possibilities to explore wildlife at parks, eat at local diners or even participate in the Hendricks County fair. Whether you are starting a family or finding a place to settle down, look no further, Hendricks County has it all.
      There is such an amazing atmosphere around. The county is filled with so many different stores, restaurants, amusement parks, and more. Living in Hendricks county is the best.