Cummins Engine is still the largest employer and powers the economy, and a number of smaller businesses have arrived, but employment statistics aren’t that strong. The proximity to Indianapolis for businesses seeking access to this market and for some commuters is a plus. A recent decision by Honda Motor to locate a plant in Greensburg 18 miles east will also give a boost to the area. The cost of living and housing are reasonable. The enclosed downtown Commons Mall is a local destination. Brown County State Park, the college town of Bloomington and Lake Monroe to the west provide entertainment that may be somewhat lacking locally. Those looking for city life and amenities have Indy and even Cincinnati, OH 70 miles east.

The terrain is mainly flat becoming gently rolling to the west and is mostly agricultural. The climate is typical transition-zone continental with warm, humid summers and highly variable winters. Precipitation occurs throughout the year with some periods of strong thunderstorms in spring and early summer. Snowfalls are light to moderate, but snow cover can be persistent in some winters. First freeze is mid- to late October, last is late April.