# Purdue Careers

**Source**: https://careers.purdue.edu/content/Life-in-Lafayette-West-Lafayette/?locale=en_US
**Parent**: https://careers.purdue.edu/lp/Talent%20Network/f2b79f2fd7b61166/?locale=en_US

## Life in Lafayette-West Lafayette

## Things to Explore

The Greater Lafayette area is home to Purdue and so much more. For the third consecutive quarter, Lafayette sits atop [The Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com Emerging Housing Markets Index](https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2023/Q3/affordability-purdue-presence-help-keep-lafayette-atop-wsjrealtor.com-housing-index-for-3rd-consecutive-quarter.html "The Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com Emerging Housing Markets Index"). In 2022 [SmartAsset recognized Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN as the No. 1 place for career opportunities](https://smartasset.com/data-studies/best-places-for-career-opportunities-2022 "SmartAsset recognized Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN as the No. 1 place for career opportunities").

Our vibrant downtown, spanning Lafayette and West Lafayette, remains the heart of our ever-growing community. Here you’ll find antiques, boutique shopping, quaint coffee shops and restaurants, including the state’s oldest drive-in restaurant, pubs and even local breweries. Experience a sophisticated art scene, including galleries and public art, plus a variety of great festivals throughout the year.

## [Things to do](https://www.homeofpurdue.com/things-to-do/)

## [Events](https://www.homeofpurdue.com/events/)

## [Restaurants](https://www.homeofpurdue.com/restaurants/)

## Opportunities to Explore with our Indianapolis Expansion

With our campus expansion to Indianapolis, our community now extends to the capital. Indianapolis offers a blend of "big, small-town" charm, with a walkable downtown, tight-knit neighborhoods and a friendly atmosphere, making it a great place to both live and visit.

## [Life in Indy](https://lifeinindy.com/ "Life in Indy")

## [Home to Indy](https://www.hometoindy.com/indianapolis-relocation/ "Home to Indy")

## [Visit Indy](https://www.visitindy.com/ "Visit Indy")

- ## Relocation resources

  Whether you are joining us from across the state, the country or the other side of the world, welcome to Purdue. Relocation resources are available through our [Faculty Dual Career and Relocation Services](https://www.purdue.edu/hr/hiring/dualcareer/relocation.php "Faculty Dual Career and Relocation Services") program.
- ## Cost of living

  The [Cost of Living Calculator](https://www.hoosierdata.in.gov/calculator.asp "Cost of Living Calculator") is a great tool to compare costs between your old home and your new one.