Meridian Hills, Indiana — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Meridian Hills, Marion County.
| City | Meridian Hills |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| County | Marion |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) |
| Latitude | 39.89004 |
| Longitude | -86.15721 |
| Population | 1,767 |
| Density | 446.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Meridian Hills is a locality in Marion County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,767. The population density is 446.5 people per km². Meridian Hills is located at 39.8900°N, 86.1572°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. ZIP code: 46260.
Meridian Hills unfolds as a verdant expanse where the land gently swells, embracing a quiet dignity. It lies 6.4 miles south-south-west of Carmel, IN (from Carmel, IN: bearing 199°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north of Indianapolis. Mature trees, their branches reaching skyward like the arms of silent sentinels, cast intricate patterns of shade across meticulously maintained lawns and winding lanes. The air here carries a faint, sweet perfume of blooming gardens and freshly cut grass, particularly potent in the lingering warmth of late afternoon. Sunlight, filtered through the dense canopy, paints the asphalt with a dappled, ever-shifting mosaic, lending a dreamlike quality to the otherwise orderly streetscapes. The character of Meridian Hills is one of understated elegance, a place where the natural contours of the earth are respected and enhanced, creating a sense of peaceful permanence. The history of Meridian Hills is deeply entwined with the agricultural roots of Marion County, a past that still whispers in the occasional weathered barn or the broad, open fields that punctuate the residential enclaves. Once part of a larger agricultural tapestry, the area has evolved, its economy now reflecting a blend of professional services and a strong residential base, drawing residents who appreciate its proximity to urban amenities without sacrificing its tranquil atmosphere. While no grand pronouncements mark its founding, Meridian Hills has quietly grown, its development guided by a discerning hand, fostering a community that values privacy and a refined, yet accessible, way of life. The subtle generosity of the land, its capacity to nurture both cultivated beauty and a sense of spaciousness, remains its most enduring characteristic.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Meridian Hills, Indiana with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Meridian Hills and Marion County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Meridian Hills is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Meridian Hills is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |