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New Albany, IN

New Albany is a city in Floyd County, Indiana, United States, situated along the Ohio River, opposite Louisville, Kentucky. The population was 37,841 as of the 2020 census. The city is the county seat of Floyd County. It is bounded by I-265 to the north and the Ohio River to the south and is considered part of the Louisville, Kentucky Metropolitan Statistical Area. The mayor of New Albany is Jeff Gahan, a Democrat; he was re-elected in 2023.

New Albany is located at 38°18′07″N 85°49′17″W (38.301935, −85.821442). According to the 2010 census, New Albany has a total area of 15.111 square miles (39.14 km²), of which 14.94 square miles (38.69 km²) (or 98.87%) is land and 0.171 square miles (0.44 km²) (or 1.13%) is water.

The land of New Albany was officially granted to the United States after the American Revolutionary War. The territory had been captured by George Rogers Clark in 1779. For his services, Clark was awarded large tracts of land in Southern Indiana including most of Floyd County. After the war, Clark sold and distributed some of his land to his fellow soldiers. The area of New Albany ended up in the possession of Col. John Paul.

As of the census of 2010, there were 36,372 people, 15,575 households, and 9,175 families living in the city. The population density was 2,434.5 inhabitants per square mile (940.0/km²). There were 17,315 housing units at an average density of 1,159.0 per square mile (447.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 85.8% White, 8.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 1.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.

In terms of health and wellness, New Albany prioritizes the well-being of its residents. The Floyd Memorial Hospital serves as a cornerstone of the city's healthcare infrastructure, offering comprehensive medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the New Albany 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, Jazzercise, and Four Barrel Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around New Albany, such as the Patoka Lake Bike Trails and Ohio River Greenway. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in New Albany, IN include  New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater, Floyds Fork Park, and Carnegie Center For Art & History.

Population: 36,000 (2021). Elevation: 449 feet. Area: 15.64 sq mi (40.50 km²). ZIP Code: 47150. Area code(s): 812.

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What is New Albany, IN famous for?

The most lavishly furnished steamboats were built in New Albany. The first plate glass windows in the U.S. were produced here. New Albany is significant for its excellent examples of 19th-century commercial and residential architecture.

Is New Albany, IN a good place to live?

New Albany is in Floyd County and is one of the best places to live in Indiana. Living in New Albany offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In New Albany, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in New Albany and residents tend to lean conservative. 

How old is New Albany, IN?

Founded in 1813 along the Ohio River by Joel, Nathaniel, and Abner Scribner. During the 1840s and 1850s, New Albany was the largest city and leading commercial and industrial center in Indiana. Industries included shipbuilding; glass and ironworks; hosiery, woolen, and cotton mills; and woodworking plants.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of New Albany

Floyd Memorial Hospital

New Albany Parks and Recreation Department 

Planet Fitness

Jazzercise 

Four Barrel Fitness

Patoka Lake Bike Trails 

Ohio River Greenway

New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater

Floyds Fork Park

Carnegie Center For Art & History

Historic Louisville

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In.gov

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