Dana town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dana town, Indiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.0x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Dana town, Indiana has a total population of 650, the 451st largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $53,005, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.

Key Takeaways

Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.

Dana town Quick Facts

Population 650

Median Household Income $53,005

Median Home Value $53,900

Poverty Rate 15.1%

Unemployment Rate 6.9%

Median Age 33.5 years

Homeownership Rate 79.3%

Affordability Ratio 1.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.7%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 5/100

Population 650 451st of 967

Median Income $53,005 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 15.1% 21% higher national

Median Home Value $53,900 bottom 10%

How Dana town Compares

Median Household Income

Dana town

$53,005

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Dana town

$53,900

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.0%

$25K-$50K 27.9%

$50K-$100K 37.4%

$100K+ 16.7%

Employment

6.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

67.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.3%

Renter 20.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.8%

18-34

30.5%

35-54

15.7%

55-74

26.3%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dana town Rankings in Indiana

#451 Population of 967

#575 Median Income of 967

#702 Education of 967

#807 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Dana town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Camden town	651	$53,977	$98,700	13.7%	9.7%
Morris CDP	641	$53,710	$184,800	3.6%	0.3%
Reynolds town	655	$55,625	$105,900	19.1%	6.6%
Lakeville town	669	$55,179	$122,300	14.5%	14.5%
Carlisle town	610	$52,143	$59,500	9.8%	17.3%

Population Overview

Dana town is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 650. It ranks as the 451st most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dana town is 33.5 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dana town is $53,005. This is 24% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 60% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $53,900. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Dana town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dana town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 8.4%.

Education

7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dana town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dana town, Indiana?

Dana town, Indiana has a population of 650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dana town, IN?

The median household income in Dana town is $53,005, which is 33% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Dana town, IN?

The poverty rate in Dana town is 15.1%. This means approximately 97 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dana town, Indiana?

Dana town's population is 97.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dana town, IN?

The median home value in Dana town is $53,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.

How educated is Dana town, Indiana?

7.7% of adults (25+) in Dana town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.