Brookville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brookville, Indiana had a total population of 2,643, the 194th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $55,938, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Brookville Quick Facts
How Brookville 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 | 2,640 | 2,643 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $58,750 | $55,938 | -4.8% |
| Median home value | $172,100 | $180,700 | +5.0% |
How Brookville 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+)
Brookville Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldenburg | 770 | $79,583 | 18.6% | $276,100 |
| Metamora | 491 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Laurel | 444 | $27,692 | 35.4% | $72,900 |
| New Trenton | 290 | $36,818 | 0.0% | $152,800 |
| Cedar Grove | 252 | $65,938 | 10.3% | $158,800 |
| Mount Carmel | 60 | $63,500 | 6.7% | $131,300 |
Cities Similar to Brookville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler | 2,660 | $54,688 | $107,700 | 10.4% | 19.3% |
| Bloomfield | 2,713 | $54,948 | $109,800 | 13.7% | 12.2% |
| Rockville | 2,559 | $57,083 | $99,600 | 13.9% | 20.4% |
| Fairmount | 2,662 | $51,739 | $103,200 | 11.1% | 25.7% |
| Brooklyn | 2,570 | $58,176 | $119,000 | 11.9% | 18.1% |
Population Overview
Brookville is a small community located in Indiana, within Franklin County. The total population is 2,643. It ranks as the 194th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brookville is 36.8 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. 12.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brookville is $55,938. This is 22% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brookville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $180,700. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 49.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Brookville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.
Education
18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 85.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brookville, 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 Brookville, Indiana?
Brookville, Indiana has a population of 2,643 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brookville, IN?
The median household income in Brookville is $55,938, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brookville, IN?
The poverty rate in Brookville is 8.7%. This means approximately 229 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brookville, Indiana?
Brookville's population is 98.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brookville, IN?
The median home value in Brookville is $180,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Brookville, Indiana?
18.7% of adults (25+) in Brookville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.