Welcome to Zionsville
Located in the heart of Indiana, our Zionsville community welcomes you to enjoy the cozy feel of a small town combined with the convenience of big-city living as a suburb of Indianapolis.
Zionsville is where life seems to slow down and history meets home.
Zionsville History
Platted in 1852 when the railroad was built through the area, Zionsville might be best known historically for being a “whistle stop” on Abraham Lincoln’s trip to Washington for his inauguration in 1861.
Zionsville was named after William Zion, who planned the original train stop in the area as a halfway point between Lebanon and Indianapolis. Zion Village, quickly renamed Zionsville, was born. Main Street is still paved in brick, and the shops and restaurants that line the downtown give it the historic village feel.
Local Traditions
Explore Our Outdoors
Our Nationally Ranked Schools and Athletic Programs
Our Strong in Every Way initiative is part of the culture of Zionsville Community Schools (ZCS). Our school system is among the top-performing districts in the state of Indiana, with several schools earning Indiana Blue Ribbon distinction.
With nationally recognized STEM programs, award winning arts programs and a nationally ranked athletics program, ZCS fosters the growth and development of every student.
Zionsville In The News
7 Best Places to Live in Indiana in 2024
April 08, 2024
Americans love Indiana! And why wouldn’t you? The state is ranked 7 in Pre-K through 12, with a high school graduation rate of 90.9%, above the national average. In addition, Indiana is also one of the leading manufacturing states in the United States.
10 Safest Cities in Indiana for 2024
March 18, 2024
Indiana has plenty to be proud of this year despite slight increases in violent crime and property crime. The state still comes in among the lowest in the country for per capita crime overall. And the safest cities in Indiana boast even lower incidence of crime.
Best High Schools In Indiana, Ranked
April 23, 2024
Zionsville Community High School ranks #4 in the top schools in the state (US News & World Report). Indiana high school students typically follow the Core 40 curriculum, which includes required classes in English language arts, math, social studies and science, among others.
Small Town Is Peak Midwestern Vibes
February 21, 2022
If we told you there’s a small town just 20 minutes north of Indy that’s filled with all the Midwestern charm in the world, what would you think? Well, guess what, friends – it’s true, and this little town is truly something else. This town, with a population of just over 27,000 people, truly embodies the Midwest.
Best Small Cities in America
October 3, 2023
Not everyone craves the bright lights and crowded spaces of big cities. In fact, nearly half of Americans (46%) say they would prefer to live in the suburbs, compared to 19% for urban areas and 35% for rural communities. Small-city life can be best for those who appreciate . . . .
Safest Small Towns In America
March 30, 2024
Most of America’s safest small cities and towns are in the Northeast, with six of the top ten cities in New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. Cities and towns in Indiana, Ohio, Utah and California round out the rest of the top ten.
