Boswell, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boswell, Indiana had a total population of 794, the 406th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $56,875, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.6%.
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 (33.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Boswell Quick Facts
How Boswell 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 | 703 | 794 | +12.9% |
| Median household income | $49,091 | $56,875 | +15.9% |
| Median home value | $92,400 | $104,800 | +13.4% |
How Boswell 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boswell Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Benton County
Cities Similar to Boswell
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington | 798 | $57,656 | $120,500 | 15.1% | 12.0% |
| Goodland | 792 | $58,370 | $96,100 | 14.5% | 12.9% |
| Monroe City | 767 | $56,094 | $144,800 | 11.9% | 28.7% |
| Waynetown | 805 | $60,583 | $128,700 | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Dugger | 783 | $60,688 | $87,800 | 9.1% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 794, Boswell'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
Boswell is a small community located in Indiana, within Benton County. The total population is 794. It ranks as the 406th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boswell is 37.7 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boswell is $56,875. This is 21% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 33.6%. This is 173% 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 0.6%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $104,800. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Boswell is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Boswell is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 30.6%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (30.6% vs 8.6%). The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
9.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 85.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boswell, 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 Boswell, Indiana?
Boswell, Indiana has a population of 794 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boswell, IN?
The median household income in Boswell is $56,875, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boswell, IN?
The poverty rate in Boswell is 33.6%. This means approximately 267 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boswell, Indiana?
Boswell's population is 64.9% White, 2.6% Black, 30.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boswell, IN?
The median home value in Boswell is $104,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Boswell, Indiana?
9.6% of adults (25+) in Boswell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.