Could This Be the Most Arrogant Town in Southern Indiana?

As a proud Hoosier from Princeton or P'ton and now calling Evansville home, I've had my fair share of encounters with Indiana's more, shall we say, "refined" communities.

Based on various sources, including discussions and articles, I've compiled a lighthearted look at the top 10 snobbiest towns in the Hoosier State. I've included some of the reasons that they made this list. But before that, let's narrow the list down to just Southern Indiana.

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The Second Most Arrogant Town in Southern Indiana - Jasper, Indiana

We all know Jasper for its strong German heritage and well-kept neighborhoods, Jasper prides itself on its high-quality schools and thriving local economy. This success occasionally translates into an air of superiority. In 2022, Jasper won The Strongest Town Contest.

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The Number One Most Arrogant Town in Southern Indiana - Newburgh, Indiana

Nestled along the Ohio River, Newburgh boasts historic homes and scenic views. The town's penchant for upscale boutiques and fine dining can sometimes come off as a tad exclusive. Sometimes we compare Evansville and Newburgh to Pawnee and Eagleton in 'Parks and Rec'.

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2025 Events Planned by Historic Newburgh Inc.

May 3 – Beer and Wine Festival
July 5 – Newburgh Music Festival
Sept. 20 – Gather for Good Sept. 26 – Newburgh Music Festival
Oct. 17-19 – Halloween Illuminations
Oct. 17-19 – Ghostly Hayrides
Oct. 24-26 – Ghost Walks
Nov. 23 – Grinch-mas Pub Crawl
Dec. 6 – Newburgh Celebrates Christmas
Dec. 7 – Newburgh Holiday Light Parade

Indiana’s 10 Snobbiest Places Ranked

While these towns might have a reputation for being a tad uppity, a dash of down-home Hoosier hospitality and community engagement can go a long way in softening those sharp edges.

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