Howard County

Welcome to Howard County! We are a friendly, thriving community with robust business and agriculture sectors. With major corporations such as Chrysler, Haynes International, and Delphi alongside an incredible array of friendly small businesses make us a thriving community with Midwest hospitality. We are at the heart of Central Indiana and a short drive puts you in some of the premier cities in the country, such as Indianapolis and Chicago. Our quality of life is unmatched. From incredible healthcare providers to our strong schools and colleges, our trail system, our farmers market, and abundant festivals to name just a few. It is easy to understand why families choose to make Howard County a place to call home!

Your Indiana Adventure Awaits

In this insightful video, we'll recap the progress we've made over the past year, discuss ongoing projects and initiatives, and share our vision for the future.
In this insightful video, we'll recap the progress we've made over the past year, discuss ongoing projects and initiatives, and share our vision for the future.

By The Numbers

82,331
total population
$52,373
median income

Population Breakdown

Career Pathways in Howard County

Industrial Maintenance

Diagnose and fix minor mechanical issues before they become major problems.
Median Salary:$51,630
Desired Skillsmechanical skills, desire to learn, manual dexterity
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Production

Create plans to meet customer demand for popular products.
Median Salary:$46,634
Desired Skillsphysically fit, love of technology, technically accurate
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Registered Nurse

Assess and assist with diagnosing patients.
Median Salary:$72,000
Desired Skillsproblem-solving skills, self-discipline, physically fit
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The Perfect Place to Put Down Roots

A-
school system grade
$109,500
median home cost

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