Blackford County, Indiana Demographics 2026
Blackford County, Indiana has a population of 11,950, the 85th most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $51,326 and the median home value is $107,500. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Blackford County Quick Facts
How Blackford County 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 | 12,007 | 11,950 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $47,560 | $51,326 | +7.9% |
| Median home value | $96,700 | $107,500 | +11.2% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Blackford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford City | 5,794 | $41,752 | 19.5% | $83,400 |
| Montpelier | 1,533 | $45,250 | 21.1% | $86,300 |
| Shamrock Lakes | 217 | $93,125 | 3.2% | $166,400 |
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Population Overview
Blackford County is located in Indiana with a total population of 11,950. It is the 85th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blackford County is 43.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blackford County is $51,326. This is 29% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $107,500. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Blackford County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Blackford County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 51% 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 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Blackford County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Indiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Blackford County, Indiana?
Blackford County has a population of 11,950, making it the 85th most populous county in Indiana.
What is the median income in Blackford County?
The median household income in Blackford County is $51,326 with a poverty rate of 16.2%.
How many cities are in Blackford County, Indiana?
Blackford County contains 3 Census-designated places.