WorkspaceTop ListsAboutContact Us

Crawfordsville, IN

View of Crawfordsville, IN
Image credit: Nathaniel Cwebb1996 / CC BY-SA 4.0
Population
16,699
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
793 ft
Median Home Value
$134,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$857/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,033
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

Highlights

What stands out in Crawfordsville

Explore

More places like Crawfordsville

OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityLafayette, Indiana25 miles away · 71,238 residents.

About Crawfordsville

Crawfordsville is an easygoing community of about 16,000 people in west-central Indiana, located roughly 45 miles northwest of Indianapolis along Interstate 74. The town centers around a historic courthouse square and quiet, tree-lined residential neighborhoods. Sitting right along Sugar Creek, it provides a scenic, rural backdrop while keeping commute routes and big-city amenities within an easy drive.

Downtown Crawfordsville, Indiana

Wabash College sits near the heart of town, bringing a traditional college-town feel along with campus events, lectures, and athletics. The city also has a rich heritage as the home of Lew Wallace, the author of Ben-Hur, whose historic study and grounds remain a local landmark. With steady jobs in manufacturing, good school options, and quick access to canoeing and nearby state parks, Crawfordsville makes an attractive, affordable spot for anyone looking for small-town living.

Top Rating Signals

Highest current ratings for this town.

Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.1rating

Loading town details...