Laurel, Indiana

About Laurel

Laurel, IN is a tiny community located in eastern Indiana, home to 412 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Laurel is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 0.24 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,717 residents per square mile.

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What Makes Laurel Unique

• One of 10 places in the US named Laurel — but the Indiana one has a character all its own.
• One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.24 sq mi.
• Positioned in eastern Indiana, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

Why People Love It Here

• A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 6 miles.

🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Laurel

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🏫 Schools in Laurel

• Laurel School

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

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