Converse, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Converse, Indiana had a total population of 813, the 401st largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $65,536, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
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 1.6x.
Converse Quick Facts
How Converse 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 | 912 | 813 | -10.9% |
| Median household income | $54,167 | $65,536 | +21.0% |
| Median home value | $101,700 | $103,800 | +2.1% |
How Converse 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+)
Converse Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion | 27,531 | $43,343 | 29.6% | $85,300 |
| Gas City | 6,076 | $55,982 | 16.8% | $119,300 |
| Upland | 3,918 | $83,839 | 9.7% | $203,200 |
| Fairmount | 2,662 | $51,739 | 25.7% | $103,200 |
| Jonesboro | 1,578 | $45,833 | 16.3% | $79,500 |
| Sweetser | 1,061 | $80,625 | 11.8% | $153,400 |
| Swayzee | 846 | $65,391 | 10.8% | $121,000 |
| Van Buren | 782 | $47,692 | 19.7% | $69,800 |
| Matthews | 501 | $50,048 | 15.5% | $80,100 |
| Herbst | 309 | $40,366 | 20.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Converse
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 816 | $69,286 | $148,400 | 11.9% | 18.8% |
| Medora | 817 | $69,231 | $82,300 | 6.9% | 5.3% |
| Spiceland | 840 | $65,875 | $118,300 | 17.0% | 22.2% |
| West Lebanon | 789 | $64,688 | $113,300 | 3.7% | 8.8% |
| Swayzee | 846 | $65,391 | $121,000 | 23.8% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 813, Converse'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
Converse is a small community located in Indiana, within Grant County. The total population is 813. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Converse is 38.8 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. 13.4% 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 Converse is $65,536. This is 9% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $103,800. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Converse is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Converse has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Converse, 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 Converse, Indiana?
Converse, Indiana has a population of 813 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Converse, IN?
The median household income in Converse is $65,536, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Converse, IN?
The poverty rate in Converse is 18.9%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Converse, Indiana?
Converse's population is 94.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Converse, IN?
The median home value in Converse is $103,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Converse, Indiana?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Converse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.