Welcome to Bloomington, IN
Nestled in the hills of southern Indiana, the city of Bloomington is an oasis of nature, culture, learning, and business. Bloomington was settled in 1818 and founded there just two years later was Indiana University. Now one of the oldest public institutions of higher learning, Indiana University attracts a superior caliber and diversity of students, professors, and performers to the city. Within its limestone buildings, IU’s offers 110 programs ranked among the nation’s top 20 including a world renowned Music School and the Kelley School of Business, recognized as the #2 public business school by the Wall Street Journal. Home to the Little 500 bicycle race portrayed in the classic movie, Breaking Away, IU is a cornerstone of Bloomington and southern Indiana life.
Bloomington has an array of parks throughout the city and boasts nearly 2,500 acres of green space. The surrounding area offers many outdoor activities such as cycling, boating, hiking, hunting, and spectacular fall colors in the Indiana National Forest and around Lake Monroe.
Business thrives in Bloomington with great resources from the university and strong community support. A reasonable cost of living and housing options that range from very affordable to elegant custom built homes make Bloomington an attractive option for many owners and entrepreneurs. Home to Cook Industries, an international medical device company, and many high tech ventures, Bloomington offers businesses and its employees an attractive environment for work, family, and play.
