The City of Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana, located in Hamilton County, and is consistently nationally ranked as a top place to live.

Under the leadership of Mayor Scott Fadness, Fishers is known as a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city through its neighborhood development, dedication to supporting high-growth companies, and innovative city processes.

With a population of 101,171 (2021, U.S. Census Bureau). Fishers is one of the fastest-growing communities in Indiana and has received national accolades for entrepreneurship, livability, and safety.

Fishers was named “Best Place to Live in America” by Money Magazine in 2017 and “Community of the Year” by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce in 2016.

Quick Facts

Time Zone: Eastern (with DST adjustments in the spring and fall)
Population: 101,171 (2021)
Median age: 35 years
Median Household Income: $101,469
Fishers is conveniently located in the heart of the midwest:
- 17 miles from downtown Indianapolis, Indiana
- 122 miles from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
- 131 miles from downtown Louisville, Kentucky
- 181 miles from downtown Columbus, Ohio
- 188 miles from downtown Chicago, Illinois
- 266 miles from downtown Detroit, Michigan
- 264 miles from downtown St. Louis, Missouri

Fishers Flag

The Fishers Flag is comprised of three colors: “Kelly” Green, “Holland” Blue, and “Weaver” White. The green represents Fishers green fields. The blue represents the skies, White River, and Geist Reservoir. The white represents the crossroads of 116th Street and Interstate 69. The angled bar moving upward to the right reflects growth, and the two gold triangles represent balances that symbolize a balanced and fair approach to governance.

History

Nestled in the heartland of Indiana, what started as a modest plot of land known as Fishers Switch in 1872 has evolved through the years into a thriving suburban community. Learn more.

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