Greenwood, Indiana
Greenwood: The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana. It is located on the White River in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. Greenwood is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greenwood Park Mall and the Greenwood Historical Society.
About
Greenwood is a city located in the county of Johnson in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 49,791 and a population density of 1,515 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 60,279 inhabitants.
The city was created 194 years ago in 1829.
Quick Facts about Greenwood
| Population : | 60,279 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Indiana (United States) |
| County : | Johnson County |
| Different from : | Greenville |
| Phone Area Codes : | 662 |
| Area : | 32.87 km2 |
| Altitude : | 131 feet / 40 meters |
| Capital city : | Greenwood is capital of Leflore County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1830 (194 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 03:49:20 (27th April 2024) |
| Postal code : | 46142 |
| Density : | 1,834 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 17.4% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Greenwood is located at 39°36'49"N 86°6'24"W (39.6136600, -86.1066500).
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- Official Website
Official website of Greenwood
Demographics
The population of Greenwood increased by 17.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 49,791 | - | census |
| 2011 | 52,031 | 4.31% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 52,800 | 1.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 53,658 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 54,452 | 1.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 55,272 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 56,352 | 1.92% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 57,356 | 1.75% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 58,701 | 2.29% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 59,458 | 1.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 60,279 | 1.36% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Greenwood
1 Freedom Springs Greenwood Aquatics Park
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2 Craig Park
10 E Smith Valley Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Freedom Park
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4 Northwest Park Annex
1600 Fry Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Independence Park
2100 S Morgantown Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Greenwood
1 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
1274 US 31 N, Greenwood, IN 46142, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Texas Roadhouse
270 S Marlin Dr, Greenwood, IN 46142, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 The Cheesecake Factory
1251 U.S. Hwy 31 N, Greenwood, IN 46142, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Smokey Bones
780 S U.S Hwy 31, Greenwood, IN 46142, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
659 US 31 N, Greenwood, IN 46142, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Greenwood
1 Red Roof Inn Indianapolis - Greenwood
110 Sheek Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Candlewood Suites Indianapolis - South, an IHG Hotel
1190 N Graham Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Greenwood
1 GREENWOOD CITY CENTER
300 S Madison Ave, Greenwood, IN 46142 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Greenwood (64)
People born in Greenwood, including athletics competitor Valerie Brisco-Hooks, writer Donna Tartt, recording artist; soul singer and pianist Betty Everett, .
List
- Sam Jacobs (Catholic bishop) he was born in 04/03/1938
- Mulgrew Miller (American pianist) he was born in 13/08/1955
- Guitar Slim (American blues musician) he was born in 10/12/1926
- Hubert Sumlin (American Chicago blues and electric blues guitarist and singer) he was born in 16/11/1931
- Alphonso Ford (American basketball player (1971-2004)) he was born in 31/10/1971
- Nick Weatherspoon (American basketball player) he was born in 20/07/1950
- Furry Lewis (blues guitarist and songwriter) he was born in 06/03/1895
- Gerald Glass (American basketball player) he was born in 12/11/1967
- Webb Franklin (American politician) he was born in 13/12/1941
- Lewis Perdue (American writer) he was born in 01/05/1949
- Aldon Smith (American football player, linebacker) he was born in 25/09/1989
- Tonea Stewart (American actress and university professor) she was born in 03/02/1947
- Carrie Nye (American actress (1936-2006)) she was born in 14/10/1936
- Fenton Robinson (American Chicago blues singer and guitarist) he was born in 23/09/1935
- Joshua Meador (American film special effects artist and animator (1911-1965)) he was born in 12/03/1911
- Louis Coleman (American baseball player) he was born in 04/04/1986
- Cleo Lemon (American football player) he was born in 16/08/1979
- Paul Maholm (American baseball player) he was born in 25/06/1982
Schools in Greenwood
College & universities near Greenwood, IN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 461917 | Paul Mitchell the School-Indianapolis | Indianapolis (IN) | 46227-6252 |
| 151652 | Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis | Indianapolis (IN) | 46237-3249 |
| 151263 | University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis (IN) | 46227-3697 |
| 150604 | Franklin College | Franklin (IN) | 46131-2623 |
| 451228 | MyComputerCareer.com | Indianapolis (IN) | 46241 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Greenwood, IN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| IND | Indianapolis Union Station | 350 South Illinois Street | RAIL |
| COI | Connersville station | 1012 Eastern Avenue | RAIL |
| CRF | Crawfordsville | Spring and Green Streets | RAIL |
| CRB | Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana | 1000 Smith Ave | BUS |
| LAF | Lafayette station | 200 North 2nd St. | RAIL |
Post offices near Greenwood
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Finan Post Office | Greenwood (IN) | 46142 |
| Greenwood Post Office | Greenwood (IN) | 46142 |
| Southpor Post Office | Indianapolis (IN) | 46227 |
| Whiteland Post Office | Whiteland (IN) | 46184 |
| Bargersvill Post Office | Bargersville (IN) | 46106 |
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Other cities in Johnson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnson County , IN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 24,598 | City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States |
| Bargersville | 8,620 | City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Needham | 7,221 | Unincorporated community in Johnson County, Indiana |
| New Whiteland | 6,350 | City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Whiteland | 4,697 | City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Edinburgh | 4,615 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| Nineveh | 4,526 | Township in Johnson County, Indiana |
| Trafalgar | 1,430 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Princes Lakes | 1,330 | City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Hendricks | 1,282 | County in Indiana, United States |
| Spring Hill | 106 | Included town in Indianapolis |
Distance to Other Cities
Greenwood distances to largest Indiana cities
