Geneva, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Geneva, Indiana had a total population of 265, the 648th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $85,188, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 33.3% is notably above the national average.
Geneva Quick Facts
How Geneva 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 | 276 | 265 | -4.0% |
| Median household income | $59,744 | $85,188 | +42.6% |
How Geneva Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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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+)
Geneva Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Geneva
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tocsin | 266 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 0.0% |
| Merriam | 268 | N/A | $206,600 | 22.0% | 1.1% |
| Forest | 259 | N/A | $84,600 | 0.0% | 18.1% |
| Freetown | 277 | N/A | $168,300 | 0.0% | 14.1% |
| Blanford | 281 | N/A | $50,300 | 33.1% | 20.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 265, Geneva'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
Geneva is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 265. It ranks as the 648th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Geneva is 27.5 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Geneva is $85,188. This is 18% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 33.3%. This is 679% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $175,900. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Geneva is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 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 Geneva 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
6.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Geneva, 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 Geneva, Indiana?
Geneva, Indiana has a population of 265 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Geneva, IN?
The median household income in Geneva is $85,188, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Geneva, IN?
The poverty rate in Geneva is 10.6%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Geneva, Indiana?
Geneva's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Geneva, IN?
The median home value in Geneva is $175,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Geneva, Indiana?
6.5% of adults (25+) in Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.