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A residential and industrial neighborhood southeast of downtown Muncie
Southeast of downtown Muncie, Industry is a residential and industrial neighborhood with housing that dates back to the 1800's. Many residents move here to be close to work, as the community is also home to several technical and vocational employers, including a variety of factories, auto shops and steel fabricators. Housing options here cost less than the average for Muncie, but many homes are also in need of significant repairs, in part due to their age. Locals like that they're close to Heekin Park, one of the city's largest green spaces, and their proximity to downtown Muncie, the city's hub for art and culture. On the west end of the neighborhood, the Delaware County Family Resource Center provides support like food assistance, recovery groups and family events to foster a greater sense of community throughout the neighborhood.
An aerial overview of Heekin Park in the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
Welcome to the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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Getting around town from Industry
Industry is a car-dependent neighborhood a mile south of downtown Muncie. It takes about 5 minutes to drive from Industry to downtown, or about 30 minutes to walk there. Several MITS bus stops service the neighborhood and can get residents downtown in about 25 minutes. IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is 3 miles west of the neighborhood, and the nearest airports, Fort Wayne International Airport and Indianapolis International Airport, are 71 and 76 miles away, respectively.
The MITS provides bus transportation throughout the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
The Canan Commons Park in downtown Muncie, IN.
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Historic homes built from the 1880s to today
Industry has small single-family homes built from as early as the 1880s to the present day. Craftsman and other bungalows are common architectural styles, and the homes have an average size of about 1,300 square feet. Many houses here also feature chain link fencing to enclose their properties, and some streets do not have sidewalks. Prices here run lower than the average for Muncie, ranging roughly from $15,000 to $150,000 with the size and condition of the home being the major contributing factors. Many of the neighborhood's homes need significant renovations, but some move-in-ready properties can be found at the higher end of the price range. With more owners than renters in this neighborhood, residents of Industry tend to stay here long term.
A row of Craftsman and Cape Cod styled homes in the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
A well cared for single family home in the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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History and recreation at Heekin Park
Industry is home to Heekin Park, a 54-acre green space with recreational amenities and placards that highlight different aspects of the neighborhood's history. The park's amenities include two playgrounds, a basketball court, tennis courts and a baseball diamond; and the park also features a World War II memorial and a Vietnam War memorial to commemorate Muncie's fallen soldiers. A quarter-mile walking path called the "Walk of Fame" has also been recently been added to the park. Along the route, visitors can read informational signs that tell the stories of civil rights leaders in Muncie. On the neighborhood's north end, Jerry L. Thornburg Memorial Park and Millennium Place Park are two small parks that also feature playgrounds.
The Veteran's Memorial at Heekin Park in Muncie, IN.
A unique top down look at Muncie Memory Spiral at the Heekin Park in Muncie, IN.
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Groceries, community support and the Triangle Saloon
Locals play pool, sing karaoke, drink beer and eat burgers at the Triangle Saloon, a cozy bar on the neighborhood's east end where everybody knows everybody. They can pick up snacks a block south at Hack's Mart and shop for groceries and other essentials at the Dollar General on the neighborhood's west end. The closest place to get produce is The Downtown Farm Stand, a mile north, or the ALDI on Madison Street, 2 miles south. Families in need of food or other household items can get them from Susy's Store at the Delaware County Family Resource Center, just across Walnut Street on the neighborhood's west end. This organization has a Kid's Corner where parents can drop off their children while they work with staff to find access to resources to help support their families. The Family Resource Center also hosts occasional community events and has an addiction and recovery support group that meets for breakfast on Friday mornings.
The Triangle Saloon in the Industry neighborhood is local favorite.
The Dollar General provides basic groceries in the Industry neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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Summer concerts and art galleries in downtown Muncie
Industry is blocks away from Canan Commons, a downtown park that hosts the Muncie Three Trails Music Series, a free summer concert series. First Thursdays in downtown Muncie are another "fun social experience with gallery openings, live music, Makers Market [a local farmers market], nibbles, cheese and wine," says Cheryl Crowder, the events director for the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership. Locals can walk from venue to venue, viewing art exhibits and demonstrations, sampling food and listening to live music. One stop along this route is the Cornerstone Center for the Arts, an arts education facility that hosts classes and has a gallery displaying works by local artists. "At Cornerstone, we provide access to the arts for all, which leads to a better quality of life and place for our community," says Kourtney McCauliff, the organization's board chair. "We engage and enrich our community by providing opportunities for creative expression, educational programs for all ages, and we host performances, proms, parties, weddings and community events in a remarkable historic setting."
Muncie Community Schools
In this neighborhood, students who live north of Willard Street attend East Washington Academy, and those who live south of Willard Street attend Southview Elementary. The only exception is the blocks between Williard Street and Kirby Avenue from Walnut Street to Madison Street; students there attend Southview Elementary. East Washington Academy has a B rating on Niche, and Southview Elementary has a C-minus. Students continue to the C-minus-rated Southside Middle School and the B-minus-rated Muncie Central High School. High school students can take dual enrollment classes through Ivy Tech Community College and play in the school's award-winning marching band.
Crime
Industry has a CAP Index crime score of 5 out of 10, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Heekin Park
Washington Park
Cornerstone Park
Rotary Park
Canan Commons Park
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Industry
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Industry, Muncie sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Industry, Muncie over the last 12 months is $79,026, up 49% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,110
Median Age
39
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,711
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,675
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
12.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
48.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
9''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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