Fishers, Carmel, Westfield among top places to live in Indiana

Trip101, a travel-based digital platform, has ranked three Hamilton County communities as the best places to live in Indiana.

Trip101 selected Fishers as No. 1. The selection was based on aspects like cost of living, economic health, ease of living, as well as amenities and public education and its high ranking for public safety.

Carmel was ranked No. 4 on this list. According to Trip101, Carmel earned a top 10 spot due to its dense suburban feel with most residents owning their own homes. In addition, the town offers many parks, restaurants, shops and coffee shops, and attracts many families. Carmel is also considered the 39th safest city in the USA, according to a safety research report. Trip101 also noted Carmel’s commitment to the arts with the Palladium.

Westfield rounded out the list with a No. 10 ranking. The choice was based on the cost of living, employment opportunities and diversity in the city. Westfield has been ranked seventh among the Top 10 Safest Places in Indiana by Movoto.com. Attractions in the city include the Monon Trail, Grand Park, and Cool Creek Park Nature Center.