Dubois, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dubois, Indiana had a total population of 439, the 534th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $80,988, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dubois Quick Facts
How Dubois 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 | 399 | 439 | +10.0% |
How Dubois 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+)
Dubois Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Dubois County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper | 15,991 | $68,817 | 14.4% | $235,100 |
| Huntingburg | 6,396 | $54,421 | 16.0% | $143,800 |
| Ferdinand | 2,351 | $70,000 | 11.0% | $187,900 |
| Holland | 613 | $70,313 | 5.4% | $117,900 |
| Birdseye | 263 | $55,750 | 13.7% | $103,400 |
Cities Similar to Dubois
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsey | 439 | N/A | $206,700 | 27.6% | 11.8% |
| New Richmond | 433 | $80,329 | $89,200 | 11.3% | 6.9% |
| Owensburg | 447 | N/A | $325,000 | 10.3% | 11.0% |
| Riley | 441 | $77,083 | $108,800 | 24.5% | 21.4% |
| Greens Fork | 436 | $74,875 | $96,300 | 18.4% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 439, Dubois'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
Dubois is a small community located in Indiana, within Dubois County. The total population is 439. It ranks as the 534th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dubois is 39.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. 18.4% 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 Dubois is $80,988. This is 13% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dubois, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $288,600. Housing costs are 32% higher than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 55.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dubois is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.4% vs 8.6%).
Education
32.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher 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 82.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dubois, 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 Dubois, Indiana?
Dubois, Indiana has a population of 439 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dubois, IN?
The median household income in Dubois is $80,988, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dubois, IN?
The poverty rate in Dubois is 18.2%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dubois, Indiana?
Dubois's population is 77.9% White, 5.9% Black, 13.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dubois, IN?
The median home value in Dubois is $288,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Dubois, Indiana?
32.0% of adults (25+) in Dubois hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.