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Carmel is a city located just north of Indianapolis in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States. According to the Wikipedia page for Carmel, the city's estimated population as of 2019 is 96,678, making it the third largest city in Indiana.

Population and Demographics

Carmel is one of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest. The population has more than quadrupled since 1970 when it was just 15,347. It surpassed 80,000 residents in 2009 and continues to grow each year.

The racial makeup of Carmel is 85.1% White, 3.0% African American, 0.2% Native American, 8.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race make up 3.3% of the population.

Carmel has a highly educated population with 70.8% of adults aged 25 or older holding a Bachelor's degree or higher. The median household income is $115,927, more than double the statewide median.

History of Carmel

The City of Carmel website provides a history of the settlement of Carmel. The town of Bethlehem was founded in 1837 by a group of settlers. In 1874, the town name was changed to Carmel.

Like many Midwestern towns, Carmel was heavily influenced by the arrival of rail transport in the area. The railroad connected it to Indianapolis and spurred further growth and development. Over the years, Carmel evolved from a small rural village to the large, affluent suburb that it is today.

To learn more about the history of Carmel, visit the Carmel Clay Historical Society website.

Economy and Major Employers

Carmel has a diverse, thriving economy. According to Data USA, the top industries are professional, scientific, tech services (15.4%), finance & insurance (12.4%), educational services (11.7%), healthcare (11.6%), and retail trade (10.6%).

Some of the major employers in Carmel include:

• CNO Financial Group (11801 N. Pennsylvania St., Carmel, IN 46032) - +1 (317) 817-6100
• Cummins Inc. (301 E 96th St Suite 400, Indianapolis, IN 46240) - +1 (800) 286-6467
• Delta Faucet Company (55 E 111th St, Indianapolis, IN 46280) - +1 (800) 345-3358
• ITT Corporation (13590 E 136th St, Fishers, IN 46037) - +1 (317) 613-4000
• Roche Diagnostics (9115 Hague Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256) - +1 (800) 428-4674

To learn more about economic development in Carmel, visit the Carmel Chamber of Commerce website.

Landmarks and Tourism

Some of the top landmarks and attractions in Carmel include:

Monon Trail

The Monon Trail is a popular rails to trails greenway for running, walking, and biking. It stretches nearly 10 miles across Carmel. The trailhead can be accessed at Central Park or many other locations along the path.

Carmel Arts & Design District

This neighborhood is centered around Main Street and features over 200 shops, restaurants, galleries, and businesses. It hosts many community events and festivals.

Carmel Monon Community Center

This large community center offers indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasiums, fitness classes, sports leagues, and much more. It is located at 1235 Central Park Dr. E, Carmel, IN

To learn more about things to do and see in Carmel, visit the Tripadvisor page on Carmel.

Local Government

Carmel is located in Hamilton County. The Hamilton County government website can be found here.

The address for Hamilton County administrative offices is:

Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center
One Hamilton County Square
Noblesville, IN 46060

The phone number for Hamilton County is +1 (317) 776-9719.

Carmel has a mayor-council form of government. The city government website can be found here. The contact information for Carmel City Hall is:

Carmel City Hall
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: +1 (317) 571-2400

The current mayor of Carmel is The Honorable James Brainard. The city is divided into six wards, each represented by a City Council member.

School Districts

Carmel is primarily served by the Carmel Clay Schools district. The district website can be found here. Carmel Clay Schools operates 11 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

Some parts of Carmel are served by Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Their website is here. Hamilton Southeastern operates 20 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources in Carmel:

• Carmel Public Library
• Carmel Christkindlmarkt - holiday market and event
• Carmel Farmers Market
• The Center for the Performing Arts - Palladium concert hall
• City of Carmel Facebook page
• Indy Eleven - local pro soccer team

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