Alamo, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alamo, Indiana had a total population of 45, the 928th largest town in Indiana. The poverty rate is 44.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Alamo Quick Facts
How Alamo Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 40 | 45 | +12.5% |
How Alamo Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alamo Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crawfordsville | 16,491 | $55,033 | 15.2% | $134,000 |
| Ladoga | 1,144 | $61,667 | 11.2% | $130,600 |
| Lake Holiday | 845 | $109,306 | 0.0% | $291,100 |
| Waynetown | 805 | $60,583 | 16.5% | $128,700 |
| Darlington | 798 | $57,656 | 12.0% | $120,500 |
| Linden | 590 | $67,981 | 10.2% | $141,800 |
| New Market | 509 | $67,969 | 1.8% | $142,300 |
| Waveland | 475 | $52,292 | 18.5% | $108,600 |
| New Richmond | 433 | $80,329 | 6.9% | $89,200 |
| New Ross | 364 | $64,167 | 17.0% | $145,000 |
Cities Similar to Alamo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maples | 44 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Laconia | 47 | $53,750 | $80,000 | 15.6% | 31.8% |
| Westphalia | 47 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Pierceville | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Chili | 48 | N/A | $56,400 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 45, Alamo's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alamo is a small community located in Indiana, within Montgomery County. The total population is 45. It ranks as the 928th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alamo is 31.6 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.4%. This is 260% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Alamo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 55.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Alamo has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents.
Education
30.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.9%. Notably, 30.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alamo, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alamo, Indiana?
Alamo, Indiana has a population of 45 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alamo, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Alamo — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alamo, IN?
The poverty rate in Alamo is 44.4%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alamo, Indiana?
Alamo's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alamo, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Alamo — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Alamo, Indiana?
30.3% of adults (25+) in Alamo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.