Population

Indianapolis Metropolitan Statistical Area has an estimated population of 1,492,297.

The city of Indianapolis, (Marion County), has an estimated population of 817,525.

Weather

The average monthly temperature in January is approximately 26 F and in July 76 F. There is an average of 39 inches of rainfall peryear. The climate is continental, with rather warm summers, moderately cold winters. The potential sunshine reading in Indianapolis is 55%.

Time Zone

Indianapolis is on Eastern Standard Time throughout the year.

Sales Tax

The state sales tax is 5% and applies to most purchases with the exception of some food products.

Important Numbers

Information…………………………..317-555-1212

Indianapolis Airport………………….317-487-7243

Indiana Tourism Hot Line……………800-289-6646

Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce…317-464-2200

Indianapolis Convention &
Visitor's Association…………………317-639-4282

Indianapolis Downtown, Inc…………317-237-2222

Indianapolis Tourism Hotline………..800-824-INDY

Weather and Time of Day……………317-635-5959

Transportation Information

Indy Connection, a CAREY company offers full-service ground transportation operator specializing in airport transportation, convention and corporate service; fleet of sedans, limousines, fvans, mini-vuses and charter coaches. 317-241-2522

Yellow Cab Company 317-487-7777

Maximum taxicab fares are $1.25 first 1/5 mile, $0.36 every 1/5 mile thereafter, $0.36 per minute waiting time.