Goodland, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goodland, Indiana had a total population of 792, the 407th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $58,370, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
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 1.6x.
Goodland Quick Facts
How Goodland 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 | 923 | 792 | -14.2% |
| Median household income | $56,438 | $58,370 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $92,200 | $96,100 | +4.2% |
How Goodland 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+)
Goodland Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Newton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentland | 1,828 | $59,500 | 14.4% | $114,000 |
| Morocco | 1,040 | $61,767 | 7.0% | $113,900 |
| Brook | 900 | $53,571 | 13.0% | $116,200 |
| Lake Village | 705 | $85,078 | 19.1% | $250,500 |
| Mount Ayr | 90 | $49,250 | 25.6% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Goodland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington | 798 | $57,656 | $120,500 | 15.1% | 12.0% |
| Boswell | 794 | $56,875 | $104,800 | 9.6% | 33.6% |
| Dugger | 783 | $60,688 | $87,800 | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Waynetown | 805 | $60,583 | $128,700 | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Mentone | 768 | $60,000 | $112,000 | 11.7% | 7.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 792, Goodland'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
Goodland is a small community located in Indiana, within Newton County. The total population is 792. It ranks as the 407th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goodland is 46.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goodland is $58,370. This is 19% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $96,100. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Goodland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Goodland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goodland, 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 Goodland, Indiana?
Goodland, Indiana has a population of 792 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goodland, IN?
The median household income in Goodland is $58,370, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goodland, IN?
The poverty rate in Goodland is 12.9%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goodland, Indiana?
Goodland's population is 88.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goodland, IN?
The median home value in Goodland is $96,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Goodland, Indiana?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Goodland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.