Fountaintown, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fountaintown, Indiana had a total population of 119, the 825th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 30.3%.
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 (30.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 17.4% is notably above the national average.
Fountaintown Quick Facts
How Fountaintown 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 | 137 | 119 | -13.1% |
| Median home value | $166,700 | $259,600 | +55.7% |
How Fountaintown Compares
Median Household Income
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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+)
Fountaintown Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Fountaintown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canaan | 120 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Judyville | 118 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Adams | 121 | $65,652 | $81,100 | 0.0% | 15.7% |
| Flat Rock | 121 | $59,000 | $135,300 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Newberry | 121 | $50,625 | $81,700 | 9.1% | 21.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 119, Fountaintown'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
Fountaintown is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 119. It ranks as the 825th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fountaintown is 62.6 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. 16.0% 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 30.3%. This is 145% 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 17.4%. This is 306% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $259,600. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $218,200. 51.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fountaintown 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
30.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 78.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fountaintown, 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 Fountaintown, Indiana?
Fountaintown, Indiana has a population of 119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fountaintown, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fountaintown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fountaintown, IN?
The poverty rate in Fountaintown is 30.3%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fountaintown, Indiana?
Fountaintown's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fountaintown, IN?
The median home value in Fountaintown is $259,600.
How educated is Fountaintown, Indiana?
30.0% of adults (25+) in Fountaintown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.