About the Indiana Uplands

11 Counties, 1 Region

Determination and innovation rooted this land, and exceptional collaboration is helping it thrive today. Across 11 counties, the Indiana Uplands is home to distinctive communities, thriving industries, and extraordinary natural beauty. From Bloomington's…

Brown County

Known for: Arts and culture, Brown County State Park, scenic beauty, and outdoor adventures. As the "Art Colony of the Midwest," Brown County and the town of Nashville have attracted visitors for generations with spectacular views of rolling hills and forested…

Crawford County

Known for: Ohio River landscapes, caves, trails, and outdoor adventures. As the southern gateway to the Uplands Region, Crawford County warmly greets long-time residents and visitors with more than 300 miles of rolling hills, winding roads, and rugged trails…

Daviess County

Known for: Washington, entrepreneurship, STEM education, and business growth. Daviess County and the City of Washington are growing communities characterized by an entrepreneurial spirit and small-town charm. Robust STEM educational programs and a litany of…

Dubois County

Known for: Jasper, manufacturing excellence, furniture craftsmanship, and family-friendly living. As the Wood Capital of the World, Dubois County has been home to a thriving furniture industry since the 1800s. With a focused dedication to craftsmanship…

Greene County

Known for: the Tulip Trestle, natural resources, and outdoor recreation. This rural county is not short on innovation. In 1906, Greene County engineers and laborers constructed one of the longest railroad bridges of its kind. The 2,295-foot-long, 157-foot-tall…

Lawrence County

Known for: Bedford, limestone heritage, Crane connectivity, and outdoor adventure. A down-to-earth attitude and strong work ethic are the bedrock of the Limestone Capital of the World. Lawrence County’s rural countryside, stone terrain, and national forests…

Martin County

Known for: Naval Weapons Station Crane, defense industry partnerships, patriotism, and small-town character. The hardworking people of Loogootee, Shoals, and Martin County are focused on neighbors and country. Residents are warm, welcoming, and patriotic…

Monroe County

Known for: Bloomington, Indiana University, innovation, arts and culture. Monroe County offers a rich quality of life for young families, entrepreneurs, college students, and retirees. Visitors and residents enjoy numerous festivals and art fairs, 35 miles of…

Owen County

Known for: Natural beauty, community leadership, quality of life, and entrepreneurship. Owen County offers peaceful small-town, country living with easy access to nearby cities like Bloomington and Terre Haute that provide educational, cultural, and…

Orange County

Known for: French Lick and West Baden Springs, tourism, historic resorts, and recreation. With its rural charm and healing sulfur springs, French Lick and West Baden Springs have long drawn travelers in search of the perfect place to enjoy gracious Southern…

Washington County

Known for: Salem, agriculture, manufacturing, and historic communities. Situated less than 25 miles from the Kentucky-Indiana border along the Ohio River, Washington County offers unique topography, with sloping, “knobby” ridges for hiking and scenic views…

Life Sciences

As a nationally recognized leader in the life sciences, the Indiana Uplands region is improving and saving lives around the globe. Our region is home to one of the most respected and rapidly growing life sciences sectors, producing medical devices and…

Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing in the Indiana Uplands is the largest and broadest industry sector driving the region’s economy, with strengths in automotive/heavy equipment manufacturing, food processing, and furniture manufacturing.

National Security & Defense

Anchored by Naval Support Activity Crane (NSA Crane), the third-largest naval installation in the world, the Indiana Uplands is home to one of the most strategically important defense hubs in the country. Surrounding this federal core is a robust network of…

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Cities & Towns

4500

Square Miles

404548

Population

193404

People in the Workforce

60258

K-12 Students

27

School Districts

Brown County

Crawford County

Daviess County

Dubois County

Greene County

Lawrence County

Martin County

Monroe County

Orange County

Owen County

Washington County

Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing in the Indiana Uplands is the largest and broadest industry sector driving the region’s economy, with strengths in automotive/heavy equipment manufacturing…

Life Sciences

As a nationally recognized leader in the life sciences, the Indiana Uplands region is improving and saving lives around the globe. Our region is home to one of the most respected…

National Security & Defense

Anchored by Naval Weapons Station Crane (NWS Crane), the third-largest naval installation in the world, the Indiana Uplands is home to one of the most strategically important defense…

Our Roots

Generations ago, we planted ourselves here: farmers and manufacturers, life science experts and dreamers. The Indiana Uplands endures as a land of opportunity, from early color televisions to leading-edge advances in pharmaceuticals. Encounter our history at NWS Crane, the world's third-largest naval installation, or at Cook Medical, the largest privately held medical device manufacturer in the country. See our progress through enterprising companies like Jasper Engines & Transmissions and Kimball Electronics, and global multinational corporations from General Motors to Boston Scientific and SAIC.

Our Today

Flourishing families, skilled workers, and an abundance of natural resources: every day in the Uplands is a reminder of the depth of beauty here, from our popular parks and welcoming towns to our thriving industries, urban areas, and cultural centers. All those who call the Uplands home experience a high quality of work life and family life, building relationships that go deep and encountering opportunities that make each of us better, stronger, and more prosperous. We capitalize on the full potential of our people and places to diversify our economy and unleash opportunities for current and future generations.

Our Future

In the Indiana Uplands, one thing is for certain: we are on the way UP. New technologies and industries grow and settle here every year, laying the groundwork for generations of future success while bolstering current business, competition, and opportunities. Explore high-tech post-secondary education through IU’s flagship Bloomington campus, Ivy Tech Community College, and Vincennes University Jasper. Experience vibrant hubs of innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship in the Bloomington Trades District and WestGate@Crane Technology Park. Discover endless career opportunities across highly concentrated industry clusters. Find your future in the Indiana Uplands.

Our Name

Beginning in 2017, we began a regional brand identification effort to define not only the story of our region, but our name as well. Originally Southwest Central Indiana, we arrived at a new name, Indiana Uplands, descriptive of the unique geologic and economic facets of our 11 counties. Like our hills and forests that reach to the heights, Indiana Uplands is a region on the rise. Uplanders are hardworking and brilliant entrepreneurs, leaders, and skilled workers, growing world-shaping ideas into remarkable products and thriving businesses. Indiana Uplands is a peak destination for innovation, education, and opportunities that lift the quality of life for all.