Garrett, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garrett, Indiana had a total population of 6,642, the 108th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $64,179, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Garrett Quick Facts
How Garrett 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 | 6,540 | 6,642 | +1.6% |
| Median household income | $65,611 | $64,179 | -2.2% |
| Median home value | $142,800 | $154,200 | +8.0% |
How Garrett 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+)
Garrett Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in DeKalb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 13,565 | $68,750 | 9.8% | $190,800 |
| Butler | 2,660 | $54,688 | 19.3% | $107,700 |
| Waterloo | 2,073 | $67,083 | 12.5% | $104,600 |
| Hamilton | 1,939 | $69,761 | 7.3% | $298,200 |
| Ashley | 1,230 | $49,091 | 11.1% | $132,100 |
| Altona | 415 | $64,237 | 2.6% | $114,600 |
| St. Joe | 411 | $55,000 | 12.7% | $87,100 |
| Corunna | 128 | $57,500 | 6.3% | $85,000 |
Cities Similar to Garrett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boonville | 6,702 | $63,580 | $162,400 | 26.9% | 13.4% |
| Mount Vernon | 6,400 | $62,263 | $163,300 | 18.6% | 14.9% |
| Nappanee | 6,815 | $68,892 | $238,600 | 10.2% | 9.1% |
| Salem | 6,489 | $56,538 | $144,700 | 15.6% | 25.7% |
| Ross | 6,751 | $54,563 | $119,100 | 16.0% | 18.4% |
Population Overview
Garrett is a small city located in Indiana, within DeKalb County. The total population is 6,642. It ranks as the 108th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garrett is 39.4 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garrett is $64,179. This is 11% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $154,200. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Garrett is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Garrett has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 92.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garrett, 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 Garrett, Indiana?
Garrett, Indiana has a population of 6,642 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garrett, IN?
The median household income in Garrett is $64,179, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garrett, IN?
The poverty rate in Garrett is 15.3%. This means approximately 994 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garrett, Indiana?
Garrett's population is 90.9% White, 0.0% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garrett, IN?
The median home value in Garrett is $154,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Garrett, Indiana?
15.3% of adults (25+) in Garrett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.