Alton, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alton, Indiana had a total population of 37, the 933rd largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $52,083, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.7%.
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 (29.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 17.9% is notably above the national average.
Alton Quick Facts
How Alton 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 | 35 | 37 | +5.7% |
| Median household income | $65,114 | $52,083 | -20.0% |
How Alton Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
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Alton Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Crawford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 1,008 | $35,991 | 49.9% | $94,700 |
| Marengo | 924 | $43,654 | 22.7% | $96,300 |
| Leavenworth | 397 | $65,586 | 12.9% | $130,200 |
Cities Similar to Alton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azalia | 37 | N/A | N/A | 17.9% | 40.5% |
| Deputy | 37 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 18.9% |
| Lawrenceport | 38 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Elizaville | 35 | N/A | N/A | 71.4% | 0.0% |
| Teegarden | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 37, Alton'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
Alton is a small community located in Indiana, within Crawford County. The total population is 37. It ranks as the 933rd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alton is 25.9 years. This is 32% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alton is $52,083. This is 28% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.7%. This is 141% 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 unemployment rate is 17.9%. This is 317% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Alton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower 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 89.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alton, 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 Alton, Indiana?
Alton, Indiana has a population of 37 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alton, IN?
The median household income in Alton is $52,083, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alton, IN?
The poverty rate in Alton is 29.7%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alton, Indiana?
Alton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alton, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Alton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Alton, Indiana?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Alton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.