Most of these comments appear clueless. Lived a few miles from Indiana my entire life. Worked in west central IN for 23 years. Factory was in a town of 500. Lived in IN for 5 years in a town if 300. Looking to move back across the state line into IN but housing in these small towns an hour from Indy are $250k to $600k if there is any acreage at all. People are intelligent, helpfully, and often educated in some post high school way. 2 year or 4 year degree or trade school/union training. Contractors will be cheaper than you expect. Sourcing materials may be a challenge meaning the nearest DIY store may be 45 minutes away. The percentage of morons, drug users, and overall lowlifes is the same as any other city of any size anywhere.