Relocation Guide · LEAP District, Lebanon IN
Moving to Indiana for a role in the LEAP District?
This page gives you the short version: where the communities are, how long the drive to LEAP takes, what taxes look like, and how buying new construction from another state works. The free guide covers the rest.
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Why Indiana
Why I love Indiana
“Born and raised in Indiana, I have spent nearly 45 years watching Indiana grow and prosper. As one of the Midwest’s most business-friendly and budget-friendly environments, you get major bang for your buck when looking for a home. I have been able to personally witness all that comes alongside that growth as well. The restaurant and nightlife scene has grown, internationally recognized for world-class sports and conveniently located just a few hours from many major metropolitan areas. Indiana is not just affordable, it is also a great place to call home.”
Stefan Bean
New Home Consultant
D.R. Horton
Cost of living & taxes
Tax highlights
2.95%
State income tax rate, 2026
A flat rate, scheduled to drop to 2.90% in 2027. County income tax is added on top and depends on the county.
Source: Indiana Dept. of Revenue, in.gov/dor (rates, fees & penalties)
1%
Property tax cap on a primary home
Property tax on a homestead is capped at 1% of its gross assessed value. Voter-approved levies can go above the cap. The cap applies only when a homestead deduction is on file.
Source: Indiana DLGF, Circuit Breaker Caps fact sheet (Nov 2025)
7%
State sales tax
The general state sales tax rate.
Source: Stefan Bean (confirmed Nov 2, 2026); CSG Midwest
93.3
Indiana cost of living (U.S. = 100)
Prices in Indiana run about 7% below the national average. The Indianapolis metro scores 95.7.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- Indiana (statewide)93.3
- Indianapolis metro95.7
- Durham–Chapel Hill97.6
- Raleigh–Cary98.2
- U.S. average100.0
- Chicago metro103.6
- Boston metro108.3
- Seattle metro111.1
- New York metro112.6
- San Francisco metro115.6
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024 (released Feb 19, 2026), via FRED: fred.stlouisfed.org/release/tables?rid=403. Checked Nov 2, 2026. RPPs compare price levels for goods, rents and services. They do not include taxes. The bars start at 80.
This is general information, not tax advice. Talk to a tax professional about your own situation.
Buying from out of state
How buying new construction from another state works
Step 1: Send your criteria
Tell me your timeframe, how many bedrooms you need and how long a commute works for you. I'll send back a shortlist.
Step 2: Tour remotely or in person
Video walkthroughs of model homes and homesites, or a one-day visit planned around the communities that fit.
Step 3: Choose a home and sign
Choose a home that's ready now or one that's being built. You can review and sign the contract documents electronically.
Step 4: Close and move in
You get build updates along the way, a walkthrough before closing, and a closing date set around your move.
What's inside the full guide
A moving checklist and more
- A moving checklist that starts 90 days out
- Commute and area maps for each community
- Tax and cost-of-living notes, with sources
- How new construction timelines work
- Where to find utilities, BMV and school enrollment
Preview · Moving checklist
- 90 days: send your criteria and shortlist communities
- 60 days: tour and pick a home
- 45 days: set up utilities and change your address
- 30 days: book movers and schedule the final walkthrough
- Move-in week: …
The full checklist comes with the guide.
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