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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

Population 2,643
Median Household Income $55,938
Median Home Value $180,700
Poverty Rate 8.7%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 36.8 years
Homeownership Rate 49.6%
Affordability Ratio 3.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.7%
High School Graduation Rate 85.5%
Diversity Index 2/100
Population 2,643 194th of 967
Median Income $55,938 below average
Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower than national
Median Home Value $180,700 above average

How Brookville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,6402,643+0.1%
Median household income$58,750$55,938-4.8%
Median home value$172,100$180,700+5.0%

How Brookville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 26.7%
$25K-$50K 17.1%
$50K-$100K 39.5%
$100K+ 16.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
7.7%
$15K-$20K
13.4%
$20K-$25K
2.2%
$25K-$30K
6.2%
$30K-$35K
4.8%
$35K-$40K
1.5%
$40K-$45K
1.9%
$45K-$50K
2.7%
$50K-$60K
13.0%
$60K-$75K
10.3%
$75K-$100K
16.2%
$100K-$125K
6.0%
$125K-$150K
6.7%
$150K-$200K
0.5%
$200K+
3.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
61.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.6%
Renter 50.4%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $818/mo 17.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

2out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Brookville Rankings in Indiana

#194 Population of 967
#538 Median Income of 796
#358 Education of 966
#285 Home Value of 818

Other Cities in Franklin County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Butler2,660$54,688$107,70010.4%19.3%
Bloomfield2,713$54,948$109,80013.7%12.2%
Rockville2,559$57,083$99,60013.9%20.4%
Fairmount2,662$51,739$103,20011.1%25.7%
Brooklyn2,570$58,176$119,00011.9%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.