Chalmers, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chalmers, Indiana had a total population of 526, the 501st largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $70,500, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
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 2.3x.
Chalmers Quick Facts
How Chalmers 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 | 518 | 526 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $70,588 | $70,500 | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $154,000 | $162,500 | +5.5% |
How Chalmers 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+)
Chalmers Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in White County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | 5,496 | $52,798 | 11.1% | $149,600 |
| Monon | 2,091 | $49,286 | 23.7% | $96,000 |
| Brookston | 1,530 | $63,182 | 8.4% | $158,500 |
| Wolcott | 1,033 | $66,875 | 11.5% | $113,900 |
| Buffalo | 947 | $89,934 | 8.3% | $125,000 |
| Reynolds | 718 | $58,750 | 5.9% | $123,900 |
| Idaville | 399 | $49,323 | 12.8% | $136,300 |
| Burnettsville | 307 | $63,365 | 14.3% | $104,700 |
| Norway | 282 | $39,286 | 15.6% | $106,000 |
Cities Similar to Chalmers
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Goshen | 526 | $68,214 | $95,000 | 19.1% | 5.9% |
| Lake Eliza | 545 | N/A | $173,000 | 5.6% | 10.3% |
| Paragon | 537 | $73,750 | $104,100 | 2.1% | 24.7% |
| Michigantown | 514 | $74,375 | $147,200 | 16.6% | 16.9% |
| New Market | 509 | $67,969 | $142,300 | 12.1% | 1.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 526, Chalmers'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
Chalmers is a small community located in Indiana, within White County. The total population is 526. It ranks as the 501st most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chalmers is 42.0 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chalmers is $70,500. This is 2% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Chalmers, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Chalmers is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Chalmers is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.2%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 9.1%.
Education
17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chalmers, 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 Chalmers, Indiana?
Chalmers, Indiana has a population of 526 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chalmers, IN?
The median household income in Chalmers is $70,500, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chalmers, IN?
The poverty rate in Chalmers is 8.0%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chalmers, Indiana?
Chalmers's population is 83.8% White, 1.7% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chalmers, IN?
The median home value in Chalmers is $162,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Chalmers, Indiana?
17.3% of adults (25+) in Chalmers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.