Carmel, Indiana Ranked Best Small City in America for 2024

WalletHub's annual study places four Indiana cities in the top 20, highlighting economic strength and quality of life.

Carmel, Indiana, topped WalletHub's 2024 list of 'Best Small Cities in America' based on economic and quality-of-life factors.
Indiana's Hamilton County is home to four cities in the top 20: Carmel (#1), Fishers (#4), Westfield (#10), and Noblesville (#14).
Carmel's low 3% unemployment rate and high median annual household income of nearly $133,000 were key factors in its ranking.
The city also excels in health and safety metrics, boasting low rates of violent crime and pedestrian fatalities.
WalletHub's study evaluated over 1,300 U.S. cities using 45 key indicators of livability, including housing costs, school quality, and crime rates.