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Crawfordsville, IN

Crawfordsville is a city in Montgomery County in west central Indiana, United States, 49 miles (79 km) west by northwest of Indianapolis. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 16,306. The city is the county seat of Montgomery County, the only chartered city, and the largest populated place in the county. It is the principal city of the Crawfordsville, IN Micropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses all of Montgomery County. The city is also part of the Indianapolis–Carmel–Muncie, IN Combined Statistical Area.

The city was founded in 1823 on the bank of Sugar Creek, a southern tributary of the Wabash River, and named for U.S. Treasury Secretary William H. Crawford. The city is home to Wabash College, a private liberal arts men's college, and the General Lew Wallace Study & Museum, a National Historic Landmark.

According to the 2010 census, Crawfordsville has a total area of 9.15 square miles (23.70 km²), all land. The city is located in west-central Indiana, about an hour west-northwest of Indianapolis, the state's capital and largest city. Crawfordsville is the principal city of the Crawfordsville, IN Micropolitan Area, which is included in the larger Indianapolis–Carmel–Muncie, IN Combined Statistical Area.

As of the 2010 census, 15,915 people, 6,396 households, and 3,837 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,739.3 inhabitants per square mile (671.5/km²). There were 7,154 housing units at an average density of 781.9 per square mile (301.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 92.1% White, 1.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 3.3% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of Crawfordsville's community fabric. The city offers residents healthcare services through the Franciscan Health Crawfordsville Hospital. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Crawfordsville Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Iron Smith Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Crawfordsville, such as the Sugar Creek Trail and Dr. Philip Q. Michal Trailhead Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Crawfordsville, IN include the Rotary Jail Museum, Tannenbaum Cultural Center, and Lane Place.

Population:16,479 (2022). Elevation: 715 feet. ZIP Code: 47933. Area code(s): 765. Area: 9.70 sq mi (25.11 km²).

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What is Crawfordsville, IN famous for?

Crawfordsville has more museums than any other community in Indiana. One such museum is the Rotary Jail. Opened in 1882, it was the first jail of its kind in the country that had a round rotating cell. Today, the jail is a museum but is still in working order and the last of its kind. Crawfordsville is a mecca for recreational enthusiasts-from canoeing in our nationally-recognized Sugar Creek River, ziplining at Indiana Zipline Tours, running/walking/biking the many city trails, to hiking and camping in Shades State Park.

Is Crawfordsville, IN a good place to live?

Living in Crawfordsville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Crawfordsville and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Crawfordsville are above average.

Is Crawfordsville, IN expensive?

Crawfordsville is 13% less expensive than the national average and 0% less expensive to live in than the average city in Indiana. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Crawfordsville are more affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Crawfordsville are more affordable than average in the United States.

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Wikipedia

City of Crawfordsville

Franciscan Health Crawfordsville Hospital

Crawfordsville Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness 

Iron Smith Gym

Sugar Creek Trail 

Dr. Philip Q. Michal Trailhead Park

Rotary Jail Museum

Tannenbaum Cultural Center

Lane Place

Crawfordsville

Niche

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