The City of Fishers has again received national recognition for quality of life, earning the No. 2 spot in the nation on the 2026-2027 Best Places to Live rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

Fishers also ranked No. 2 among Indiana communities included in the report.  Carmel is No. 1.

According to U.S. News, the rankings evaluated more than 850 cities nationwide, with 250 communities making the final list. The rankings are based on how well communities meet residents’ expectations in four major categories: value, job market, desirability, and quality of life.

“It’s an honor to consistently rank as a top place to live in America,” Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said in a city news release. “Being named as No. 2 best place to live is a testament to our focus on creating a community that keeps looking forward while building world-class quality of life amenities that exceed our residents’ expectations.”

U.S. News said the methodology includes data from government agencies, private-sector sources and internal research. The rankings also incorporate results from a national public survey asking Americans what factors matter most when choosing a place to live.

Fishers has frequently appeared near the top of national livability rankings in recent years, often cited for its schools, public safety, parks and recreational amenities, and growing business community.

The complete U.S. News ranking for Fishers can be viewed at U.S. News Best Places to Live – Fishers.