Geneva, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Geneva, Indiana had a total population of 1,347, the 296th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $52,500, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.5%.
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.
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 | 1,267 | 1,347 | +6.3% |
| Median household income | $52,813 | $52,500 | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $127,400 | $127,300 | -0.1% |
How Geneva 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+)
Geneva Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Adams County
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Pekin | 1,372 | $50,625 | $135,800 | 11.7% | 19.5% |
| Nashville | 1,386 | $51,638 | $294,900 | 39.3% | 7.2% |
| Morgantown | 1,308 | $54,007 | $133,600 | 7.3% | 15.0% |
| Galveston | 1,363 | $56,927 | $130,300 | 16.0% | 10.6% |
| Kingsford Heights | 1,358 | $57,830 | $120,500 | 7.3% | 26.7% |
Population Overview
Geneva is a small community located in Indiana, within Adams County. The total population is 1,347. It ranks as the 296th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Geneva is 46.2 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Geneva is $52,500. This is 27% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 74% 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 5.9%. This is 37% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $127,300. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Geneva is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Geneva has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%.
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 91.4%.
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 1,347 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 $52,500, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Geneva, IN?
The poverty rate in Geneva is 21.5%. This means approximately 290 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Geneva, Indiana?
Geneva's population is 89.4% White, 0.0% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Geneva, IN?
The median home value in Geneva is $127,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Geneva, Indiana?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.