Cree Lake, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cree Lake, Indiana had a total population of 173, the 754th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 33.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 13.2% is notably above the national average.
Cree Lake Quick Facts
How Cree Lake 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 | 241 | 173 | -28.2% |
| Median home value | $232,700 | $223,300 | -4.0% |
How Cree Lake Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Cree Lake Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Cree Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universal | 173 | $53,750 | $64,300 | 10.3% | 17.3% |
| Decker | 174 | N/A | $34,700 | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| Poneto | 174 | $63,750 | $95,400 | 13.2% | 17.2% |
| Bretzville | 172 | $93,750 | $245,000 | 31.0% | 0.0% |
| Abington | 175 | $65,481 | $423,000 | 52.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 173, Cree Lake'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
Cree Lake is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 173. It ranks as the 754th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cree Lake is 60.6 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 6.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.5%. This is 172% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 13.2%. This is 208% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $223,300. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $218,200. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cree Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents.
Education
10.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 77.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cree Lake, 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 Cree Lake, Indiana?
Cree Lake, Indiana has a population of 173 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cree Lake, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cree Lake — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cree Lake, IN?
The poverty rate in Cree Lake is 33.5%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cree Lake, Indiana?
Cree Lake's population is 86.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cree Lake, IN?
The median home value in Cree Lake is $223,300.
How educated is Cree Lake, Indiana?
10.7% of adults (25+) in Cree Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.