Noblesville 84 Exceptional
Noblesville Livability #4 ranked city in Indiana#606 ranked city in the USARanks better than 97% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Noblesville

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Taking into account the cost of goods and services like housing, groceries, transportation and utilities, the overall cost of living in this area is well below average.

  • Crime

    Crime per 100,000 people is significantly lower than the national average, making it a safe place to live. These crime statistics include both violent and property crimes.

  • Employment

    Higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates are seen in this area. The result is a high score in the employment category.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.

  • Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

CONS
  • Commute

    A low commute score could be due to longer-than-average work commutes and the limited availability of public transportation in this area.

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What's it like Living in Noblesville?

Located in the state of Indiana, Noblesville is a mid-sized city with a population of 64,430 residents. The majority of Noblesville residents report their race to be White; this is followed by Black and Asian. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Noblesville, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Noblesville could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Indiana if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Finding the best places to live in Noblesville and nearby areas is a much easier task when you can rely on information and data from the livability score, which includes amenities, education, housing and other important metrics.

With a livability score of 85 out of 100, Noblesville is ranked #378 in the United States and #3 in Indiana. Based on this score, Noblesville would be considered a very livable city! The cherry on top is that Noblesville also ranks in the top 10 percent of all cities. There are nine total categories that generate the livability score. Noblesville scores well for crime (A+), cost of living (A+), education (B+), employment (A+) and housing (A+)

The Noblesville unemployment rate of 2.47% has continued to decrease over the years and is now well below the national average. The result could lead to reduced poverty and inequality in the area, higher wages and increased economic growth. This is a positive sign in the overall health of the local economy.

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Noblesville apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Certain items on your wish list like shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks and proximity to public transportation are all important things to look for. Having said that, perhaps the most important metric to consider when contemplating a move to Noblesville is real estate affordability. Median real estate prices in Noblesville come in at $230,100, which is 81.9% higher than the Indiana average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Noblesville, the home price to income ratio is 2.7, which is 8% higher than the Indiana average.

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      Noblesville transportation information

      Statistic Noblesville Indiana National
      Average one way commute26min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work82.7%83.0%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.6%8.9%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.1%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.2%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.7%2.1%2.8%
      Working from home9.2%3.5%4.6%
      Source: The Noblesville, IN data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).