Central Indiana Regional Development Authority

CIRDA: Central Indiana communities speaking with one voice.

Through CIRDA, elected executives throughout Central-Indiana, irrespective of political party, speak with one voice on key issues. Established pursuant to IC § 36-7.7, CIRDA fosters collaboration and cooperation among Central-Indiana municipalities and counties to advance economic development, address regional issues and work with Indiana’s private and not-for-profit sectors.

CIRDA advances the region by focusing on projects and funding opportunities that promote to quality of place, infrastructure, economic development and growth in Central-Indiana.

A Place to Call Home

About 1/3 of Indiana’s population calls Central-Indiana home. Central-Indiana is a multicultural, diverse region of eclectic cities, desirable suburbs and charming small towns. Economically, Central-Indiana is equally diverse. From advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and biopharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly to the sports, entertainment, and services industries, Central-Indiana offers unrivaled opportunity to entrepreneurs, skilled laborers, service providers and professionals alike.

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CIRDA represents almost 90% of Central Indiana’s population. Whether an urban community like Indianapolis, rural communities like Greenfield and Martinsville or suburbs like Carmel and Fishers, CIRDA’s members are united by a common cause: a thriving Central-Indiana where industry, entrepreneurism and creativity drives Indiana’s success.

For a closer look at CIRDA’s member communities, take a look at our interactive map.

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Why Central-Indiana

Central-Indiana is the hub of Indiana progress. With job opportunities in Fortune 500 companies, extraordinary healthcare access, higher education at world-renowned institutions, the region offers unmatched opportunities.

Key Industries

Central-Indiana boasts a global economy founded on the logistics, advanced manufacturing, information technology, life sciences, agribusiness, and sports entertainment industries.

Vision for the Future

Central-Indiana leads in creating nodes where innovation, education, and life intersect. The region invests in hubs that retain and attract talent, drive education opportunity, and promote entrepreneurship.

Entertainment

Central-Indiana is known for fast cars and blockbuster events like the NBA All-Star Game, Indy 500, and NCAA events. It has an acclaimed culinary and brewing scene, and a plethora of cultural institutions and performing arts centers.

Residents

2000000

Total GDP (1/3 of Indiana's GDP)

$ 140 Billion

Average Wages

23 %

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