Boonville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boonville, Indiana had a total population of 6,702, the 106th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $63,580, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Boonville Quick Facts
How Boonville 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 | 6,681 | 6,702 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $62,500 | $63,580 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $143,100 | $162,400 | +13.5% |
How Boonville Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Boonville Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Warrick County
Cities Similar to Boonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett | 6,642 | $64,179 | $154,200 | 15.3% | 15.3% |
| Mount Vernon | 6,400 | $62,263 | $163,300 | 18.6% | 14.9% |
| Nappanee | 6,815 | $68,892 | $238,600 | 10.2% | 9.1% |
| Ross | 6,751 | $54,563 | $119,100 | 16.0% | 18.4% |
| Salem | 6,489 | $56,538 | $144,700 | 15.6% | 25.7% |
Population Overview
Boonville is a small city located in Indiana, within Warrick County. The total population is 6,702. It ranks as the 106th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boonville is 40.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boonville is $63,580. This is 12% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $162,400. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Boonville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boonville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boonville, 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 Boonville, Indiana?
Boonville, Indiana has a population of 6,702 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boonville, IN?
The median household income in Boonville is $63,580, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boonville, IN?
The poverty rate in Boonville is 13.4%. This means approximately 862 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boonville, Indiana?
Boonville's population is 95.8% White, 0.4% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boonville, IN?
The median home value in Boonville is $162,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Boonville, Indiana?
26.9% of adults (25+) in Boonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.