Town
- Public SchoolsA+
- Crime & SafetyA-
- HousingA+
- NightlifeB+
- Good for FamiliesA+
- DiversityB+
- JobsA+
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingB
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesB+
- CommuteB
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$306,500
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,132
National
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Carmel 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
A-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Residents
Diversity
B+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$106,546
National
$55,322Children
22%
Top Public Schools Serving Carmel
- A+
Carmel High School
- Carmel Clay Schools, IN
- 9-12
- 940 reviews
- A+
Creekside Middle School
- Carmel Clay Schools, IN
- 6-8
- A+
College Wood Elementary School
- Carmel Clay Schools, IN
- PK, K-5
- A+
West Clay Elementary School
- Carmel Clay Schools, IN
- K-5
- A+
Towne Meadow Elementary School
- Carmel Clay Schools, IN
- K-5
- 1 review
Carmel Reviews
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Carmel is an excellent town for those looking to raise a family or anyone looking to enjoy apartment life with friends (affording it on your own is difficult). There are so many healthy food options for the health-conscious and almost everything is within walking distance, saving you tons of money on gas! There is a lot of culture to be found as well, along with local boutiques and amazing cafes!
Carmel is safe and provides a great sense of community. There are many places to go to with family, good restaurants are opening up and many neighborhoods have pools, tennis courts and quite a few parks scattered around the town. for parents who want to go out to a city nightlife every once in a while, Indianapolis is close by.
One can't forget to mention the arts district and the galleries there and the amazing schools which instill a great sense of pride and responsibility in the work you do. starting in elementary school, going through the great middle schools which prepare students for the years to come and leading all the way to Carmel High School. CHS has ≈5,400 students and operates like a small college and provides an excellent program of studies across a broad range of different subjects including fine arts, performing arts, sciences, math, English, and a huge offering of clubs and extracurriculars.
One can't forget to mention the arts district and the galleries there and the amazing schools which instill a great sense of pride and responsibility in the work you do. starting in elementary school, going through the great middle schools which prepare students for the years to come and leading all the way to Carmel High School. CHS has ≈5,400 students and operates like a small college and provides an excellent program of studies across a broad range of different subjects including fine arts, performing arts, sciences, math, English, and a huge offering of clubs and extracurriculars.
Carmel, Indiana is a safe, family-friendly suburb of Indianapolis with a cost of living that is slightly more expensive than average. The downtown and surrounding areas are undergoing significant construction due to several land development projects, including several restaurants, bars and luxury apartment complexes. Carmel's central location allows for an approximate 30-45 minute commute to downtown Indianapolis during rush hours, and its infrastructure is high quality.