McCordsville is a town in Vernon Township, Hancock County, Indiana. Located 18 miles northeast of Indianapolis and 10 miles southeast of Fishers, McCordsville is a fast-growing community. Due to its close proximity to several cities, McCordsville has developed into a bustling town with a rising population. Although the land was plotted and laid out in 1865, the town was renamed in 1873 after the McCord family visited there.Today, many from the surrounding towns and cities visit McCordsville to enjoy the midwestern atmosphere. For those over the age of 21, Daniel's Vineyard offers wine tasting and other related events throughout the year. Conveniently located off of State Highway 67, the town provides access to several Interstates including I-70, I-69, and I-465. Those looking to fly to or from McCordsville are 26 miles away from Indianapolis International Airport, the primary source of air travel in the area.
Though just outside several big cities, McCordsville is filled with natural scenery. Located along the Geist Reservoir, the land surrounding McCordsville offers plenty of outdoor recreation for all to enjoy. 5 miles away (or a quick 10-minute drive) is Geist Park, a beautiful waterfront park that is currently under construction and will feature a beach, walking trails, and a boat launch.
Community
Currently, the community of McCordsville is in an exciting development. Along the scenic Midwestern town, a new commercial area has been built and over 200 residential permits have been acquired. This has led many to believe that McCordsville is continuing to grow into a much more vibrant, thriving community. Though still very rural, the town has a blend of suburban lifestyle mixed in which is expected to grow bigger with the town’s development.
Demographics
- Population: 7,750
- Median Household Income: $52,741
- Homeownership Rate: 93.5%
Housing Stats
- Number of Homes Sold: 36
- Median Sales Price: $303,699
- Percent of Original List Price Received: 98.7%
What You’ll Find in McCordsville
Restaurants
- Kinsey Italian Cafe, Traditional, family-owned Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta, and all of your favorite Italian dishes
- The Grill, Modern pub fare including sandwiches, ribs, and a full bar plus an arcade for the kids
- Los Agaves Grill, Mexican restaurant with a modern spin
Shopping
- Geist Center, traditional shopping mall located 6 miles out of town
- Fall Creek Harbor Shops, plaza with several stores and restaurants located 4 miles out of town
- Hamilton Town Center, open-air mall with shopping and dining located 7 miles out of town
Commute Times
- 8 minutes to Geist Park
- 10 minutes to Flat Fork Creek Park
- 30 minutes to Indianapolis, Indiana
- 40 minutes to Indianapolis International Airport
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Fortville
- Fishers
- Greenfield
- Pendleton
McCordsville Schools
Residents of McCordsville are within the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation (MVCSC). The district offers a unique and challenging curriculum tailored to the success of their students. MVCSC is smaller than other school districts, allowing students to be more than just a number. Click here to view a map of the district boundaries of MVCSC. Within the district is a pre-school, 3 elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. Each is unique but shares similar values and qualities. For instance, every school in MVCSC has a 1:1 technology approach (1 device per student/staff) because the district is aware of how important technology is to today’s world and the education of its students. Mt. Vernon High School was also one of the first in the country to have a 3-D printer. Throughout all of the district’s schools, MVCSC has a mission to “Engage, Educate, and Empower''. While McCordsville continues to grow, the community can be sure that the schools in the district will provide an award-winning education for its future generations.
