Gibson County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Gibson County is located in Indiana with a total population of 32,986. It is the 51st most populous county out of 92 in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gibson County is 40.8 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gibson County is $67,763. This is 3% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $170,500. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Gibson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Gibson County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

19.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.7%.