Blooming Grove, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blooming Grove, Indiana had a total population of 117, the 827th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Blooming Grove Quick Facts
How Blooming Grove 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 | 134 | 117 | -12.7% |
| Median home value | $250,700 | $242,500 | -3.3% |
How Blooming Grove 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+)
Blooming Grove Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Blooming Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltillo | 117 | $41,649 | $46,000 | 7.7% | 7.7% |
| Judyville | 118 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Urbana | 116 | $37,829 | $98,900 | 18.2% | 33.6% |
| Waynesville | 116 | $48,625 | $143,300 | 19.6% | 0.0% |
| Wildwood | 116 | $65,179 | $192,300 | 26.8% | 14.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 117, Blooming Grove'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
Blooming Grove is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 117. It ranks as the 827th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blooming Grove is 65.7 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 73% 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 Blooming Grove, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $242,500. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $218,200. 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 Blooming Grove 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
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blooming Grove, 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 Blooming Grove, Indiana?
Blooming Grove, Indiana has a population of 117 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blooming Grove, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Blooming Grove — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blooming Grove, IN?
The poverty rate in Blooming Grove is 21.4%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blooming Grove, Indiana?
Blooming Grove's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blooming Grove, IN?
The median home value in Blooming Grove is $242,500.
How educated is Blooming Grove, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Blooming Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.