Bunker Hill, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bunker Hill, Indiana had a total population of 940, the 369th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $52,973, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.9% is notably above the national average.
Bunker Hill Quick Facts
How Bunker Hill 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 | 956 | 940 | -1.7% |
| Median household income | $46,389 | $52,973 | +14.2% |
| Median home value | $85,400 | $91,600 | +7.3% |
How Bunker Hill 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+)
Bunker Hill Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Miami County
Cities Similar to Bunker Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons | 920 | $53,365 | $82,100 | 4.9% | 23.2% |
| Royal Center | 919 | $51,818 | $83,800 | 20.5% | 11.6% |
| Brook | 900 | $53,571 | $116,200 | 13.9% | 13.0% |
| Kirklin | 920 | $56,458 | $102,500 | 12.4% | 9.4% |
| Hymera | 937 | $47,102 | $90,500 | 5.6% | 13.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 940, Bunker Hill'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
Bunker Hill is a small community located in Indiana, within Miami County. The total population is 940. It ranks as the 369th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bunker Hill is 39.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bunker Hill is $52,973. This is 26% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 8.9%. This is 108% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $91,600. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Bunker Hill is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bunker Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 Bunker Hill, 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 Bunker Hill, Indiana?
Bunker Hill, Indiana has a population of 940 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bunker Hill, IN?
The median household income in Bunker Hill is $52,973, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bunker Hill, IN?
The poverty rate in Bunker Hill is 14.1%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bunker Hill, Indiana?
Bunker Hill's population is 88.4% White, 3.5% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bunker Hill, IN?
The median home value in Bunker Hill is $91,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Bunker Hill, Indiana?
11.5% of adults (25+) in Bunker Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.