Fontanet, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fontanet, Indiana had a total population of 63, the 908th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 55.6%.
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 (55.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Indiana.
Fontanet Quick Facts
How Fontanet 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 | 187 | 63 | -66.3% |
How Fontanet Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Fontanet Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Vigo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terre Haute | 58,427 | $43,126 | 24.6% | $115,700 |
| North Terre Haute | 4,534 | $54,640 | 15.7% | $152,900 |
| West Terre Haute | 2,092 | $53,676 | 10.5% | $74,100 |
| Seelyville | 986 | $56,994 | 10.5% | $151,900 |
| St. Mary of the Woods | 959 | $28,114 | 35.4% | N/A |
| Tecumseh | 638 | $91,750 | 9.3% | $251,000 |
| New Goshen | 526 | $68,214 | 5.9% | $95,000 |
| Riley | 441 | $77,083 | 21.4% | $108,800 |
| Toad Hop | 257 | $90,938 | 0.0% | $93,800 |
| Shepardsville | 115 | N/A | 0.0% | $76,200 |
Cities Similar to Fontanet
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kramer | 64 | N/A | N/A | 41.9% | 0.0% |
| Tunnelton | 64 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Donaldson | 62 | $63,229 | N/A | 29.0% | 0.0% |
| Marshfield | 62 | $107,574 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Vera Cruz | 62 | $70,000 | $68,900 | 2.7% | 21.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 63, Fontanet'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
Fontanet is a small community located in Indiana, within Vigo County. The total population is 63. It ranks as the 908th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fontanet is 68.5 years. This is 80% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. 14.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.6%. This is 350% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fontanet was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
60.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Fontanet in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 107% 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 80.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fontanet, 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 Fontanet, Indiana?
Fontanet, Indiana has a population of 63 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fontanet, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fontanet — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fontanet, IN?
The poverty rate in Fontanet is 55.6%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fontanet, Indiana?
Fontanet's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fontanet, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fontanet — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fontanet, Indiana?
60.9% of adults (25+) in Fontanet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.