Brownsburg sits in Hendricks County, Indiana, ZIP code 46112, about 20 minutes west of downtown Indianapolis. The town's population was 28,973 at the 2020 Census, and Hendricks County overall has been among the fastest-growing counties in the state. Brownsburg is widely regarded as a safe, family-oriented suburb built around its schools and parks system.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau 2020 Decennial Census; U.S. Census Bureau Hendricks County estimates.
Brownsburg pairs strong schools with easy highway access to Indianapolis, which is the main draw for relocating families. The town's real estate market has stayed competitive as demand and home appreciation have both trended upward.
Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
County | Hendricks County, Indiana |
ZIP Code | 46112 |
Population (2020 Census) | 28,973 |
Distance to Downtown Indianapolis | ~20 minutes |
Life in Brownsburg blends suburban quiet with easy access to city amenities. The town's parks system is a major part of daily life, with well-maintained trails and recreation programs for all ages. Brownsburg's real estate market has seen strong demand and home appreciation, reflecting the area's continued growth.
A family-run Italian spot on Main Street known for wood-fired pizza, house pasta, and hearth-baked calzones.
A local coffee and bagel shop popular for breakfast and lunch, known for its bagel sandwiches and rotating cold brew flights.
A local nursery and garden center carrying plants, trees, and landscaping supplies.
Brownsburg's oldest park, with 52 acres, 1.3 miles of paved trails, baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and a playground along White Lick Creek.
Correction: the Watermill Splash Pad isn't a standalone attraction, it's inside Williams Park, the town's largest park at 77 acres, which also includes the Blast Off playground and a nature trail.
A smaller, 4-acre neighborhood park with a picnic shelter, swings, and playground.
An indoor entertainment venue with virtual reality stalls, Nerf wars, a 3-point basketball challenge, an arcade, and stadium-style food.
An indoor children's play space popular for parties and rainy-day activities.
A 78-acre ranch offering horseback riding, riding lessons, trail rides, and camps for children ages 6 and up.
Many buyers cross-shop Brownsburg against Avon, Plainfield, Zionsville, Carmel, and Westfield before deciding. Each trades off differently on commute, price point, and downtown character.
Brownsburg is in Hendricks County, Indiana, a western suburb of Indianapolis.
Brownsburg's ZIP code is 46112.
Brownsburg's population was 28,973 at the 2020 Census, and Hendricks County has continued to grow rapidly since then.
Brownsburg is widely regarded as a strong option for families, built around well-regarded schools, an extensive parks and trails system, and easy highway access to Indianapolis.
Brownsburg is about 20 minutes west of downtown Indianapolis by car, depending on traffic.
Scott Harmeyer has helped buyers and sellers across Brownsburg, Avon, Plainfield, Zionsville, Carmel, and Westfield find the right fit.
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Scott Harmeyer, REALTOR®/Broker with F.C. Tucker Company, Inc. (License #RB22000494), a recipient of F.C. Tucker's Executive Club award for client representation, serving Central Indiana buyers and sellers across Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield, Zionsville, Carmel, and Westfield.
Brownsburg has 15,272 households, with an average household size of 2.76. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Brownsburg do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 42,491 people call Brownsburg home. The population density is 1,009 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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