Center Point, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Center Point, Indiana had a total population of 377, the 573rd largest town in Indiana. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Center Point Quick Facts
How Center Point 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 | 442 | 377 | -14.7% |
| Median home value | $96,200 | $94,800 | -1.5% |
How Center Point 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+)
Center Point Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Clay County
Cities Similar to Center Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tippecanoe | 378 | $52,935 | $102,200 | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Johnson | 379 | N/A | N/A | 9.4% | 2.4% |
| Otwell | 379 | N/A | $134,300 | 0.0% | 25.6% |
| Hoffman Lake | 382 | $84,276 | $201,200 | 21.6% | 0.0% |
| Elizabethtown | 372 | $53,750 | $153,000 | 5.8% | 15.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 377, Center Point'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
Center Point is a small community located in Indiana, within Clay County. The total population is 377. It ranks as the 573rd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Center Point is 43.2 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $94,800. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $218,200. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Center Point has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.
Education
21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Center Point, 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 Center Point, Indiana?
Center Point, Indiana has a population of 377 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Center Point, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Center Point — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Center Point, IN?
The poverty rate in Center Point is 11.7%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Center Point, Indiana?
Center Point's population is 93.9% White, 2.4% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Center Point, IN?
The median home value in Center Point is $94,800.
How educated is Center Point, Indiana?
21.5% of adults (25+) in Center Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.