Introduction: Indiana Download PDF
Indiana is located in the northern section of the Midwest. Its economy is based primarily on its strong manufacturing sector. The industry gained its roots from the mechanization of agriculture in the 19th century. In the early decades of the 20th century, steel-making was introduced, creating a base that allowed for the automobile manufacturing to gain a strong foothold. Today, Indiana possesses a diversified industrial base that is active in steel refining, tool-making, metalworking, petrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Contrary to the declining trend of manufacturing in many states, Indiana’s manufacturing output has grown steadily in recent years.
In addition to manufacturing, agriculture continues to contribute to the Indiana economy. Indiana is the fourth largest producer of corn in the nation, and ranks third for soybeans. Indiana’s agriculture industry is also noted for its pork production.
Government
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State Quarter: |
Time Zones:
| Standard Time | GMT-6 | |
| Daylight-Saving Time | GMT-5 | |
Statistics
- Per Capita Real GDP :
- $32,724
- Population:
- 6,376,790
- Percent of People Under Poverty Level:
- 12.2%
- Per Capita Personal Income:
- $32,526
- Percent of Population with a Bachelor's Degree:
- 13.7%
- Total Exports:
- $25,877,800,000
Top 5 Export Partner Countries
Canada
Mexico
United Kingdom
France
Japan
Top 5 Export Merchandise
Primary Metals Sales
Transportation Equipment Sales
Primary Metals Manufacturing
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
Major Cities
Evansville, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis
Major Airports
| Airport Name | City | |
| FWA | Fort Wayne International | Fort Wayne |
| IND | Indianapolis International | Indianapolis |
Main Ports:
Buffington, Burns Waterway Harbor, Gary, Indiana Harbor, Mount Vernon
Corporations
| Company | Fortune 1000 Rank: | Revenues ($millions) | Headquarter City |
| Wellpoint | 35 | 56,953 | Indianapolis |
| Eli Lilly | 149 | 15,691 | Indianapolis |
| Cummins | 221 | 11,362 | Columbus |
| NiSource | 320 | 7,496 | Merrillville |
| Conseco | 493 | 4,467 | Carmel |