Elevation
Highest point in Indiana
The highest point in Indiana is Hoosier Hill, at 1,257 feet (383 meters) above sea level. It ranks 44th among the 50 state high points.
From Confluence of Wabash and Ohio rivers to Hoosier Hill
Indiana spans about 937 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 0.99 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 211 °F at the bottom boils at about 210 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Indiana · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Indiana
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne, IN | 810 | 247 |
| Bloomington, IN | 771 | 235 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 715 | 218 |
| South Bend, IN | 692 | 211 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 499 | 152 |
| Evansville, IN | 387 | 118 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Indiana?
The highest point in Indiana is Hoosier Hill, at 1,257 feet (383 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 44th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Indiana?
The lowest point is Confluence of Wabash and Ohio rivers, at 320 ft.
What is the average elevation of Indiana?
The mean elevation of Indiana is about 795 feet (242 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Hoosier Hill?
On a standard day about 28.59 inHg (968 hPa), 96% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 210 °F (99 °C).