RANK #124 / 996 · POP 64,065 · IN
PROJECTED GROWTH: +2.6%
Newburgh, a historic town along the Ohio River, offers a distinctive entry point to Warrick County, Indiana. Located in the southwestern part of the state, the county is part of the Evansville metropolitan area. Commutes to Evansville are common, with major highways like 62 and 66 providing access. The community feel across towns like Boonville, Chandler, and Newburgh is often described as family-friendly. Residents have access to outdoor recreation at places like Scales Lake Park, Friedman Park, and the Interlake State Recreation Area, offering activities from hiking and fishing to off-road vehicle trails. The Warrick Trails system further connects neighborhoods, schools, and parks for walking and cycling.
Life in Warrick County is characterized by highly-rated public schools, a factor often cited by families considering a move. The county has seen consistent population growth, attracting families and young professionals. The economy is experiencing development in commercial and residential sectors, with new mixed-use projects underway. There is also investment in data centers and energy-related industries. The Warrick Area Transit System (WATS) provides bus services within the county, connecting its towns and linking to the broader Evansville transportation network.
Above national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.2x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Sourecolo Data Center
Sourecolo
|
$500M | Proposed |
|
Rustic Hills Solar I
Clēnera / Hoosier Energy
|
$120M | Planned |
|
Rustic Hills Solar II
Clēnera / CenterPoint Energy South
|
$100M | Planned |
|
The Dominion Mixed-Use Development (Phase 1)
Scion Real Estate Development
|
$72M | Planned |
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County-wide Advanced Fiber Network (Fiber Backbone Project)
Mainstream Fiber Networks
|
$50M | Under Construction |
|
Broadband Network Expansion (RDOF)
Spectrum
|
$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Warrick County has a Boom Town Index score of 88/100, ranking #124 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +4.2% and a median household income of $91,105, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Warrick County is $215,600 with median rent at $964/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4226, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.8% year-over-year. Job growth: +4.2%. Home values changed +4.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.2% of Warrick County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.