Gosport, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gosport, Indiana had a total population of 1,303, the 300th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $59,886, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
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 1.8x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.
Gosport Quick Facts
How Gosport 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 | 1,113 | 1,303 | +17.1% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $59,886 | +16.9% |
| Median home value | $104,800 | $108,300 | +3.3% |
How Gosport 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+)
Gosport Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Owen County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer | 2,481 | $48,378 | 14.1% | $162,900 |
Cities Similar to Gosport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry | 1,265 | $58,950 | $142,900 | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| Taylorsville | 1,248 | N/A | $169,100 | 17.9% | 33.9% |
| Poseyville | 1,270 | $62,500 | $144,400 | 19.0% | 6.6% |
| Morgantown | 1,308 | $54,007 | $133,600 | 7.3% | 15.0% |
| Kingsford Heights | 1,358 | $57,830 | $120,500 | 7.3% | 26.7% |
Population Overview
Gosport is a small community located in Indiana, within Owen County. The total population is 1,303. It ranks as the 300th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gosport is 42.3 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gosport is $59,886. This is 17% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $108,300. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Gosport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gosport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gosport, 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 Gosport, Indiana?
Gosport, Indiana has a population of 1,303 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gosport, IN?
The median household income in Gosport is $59,886, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gosport, IN?
The poverty rate in Gosport is 13.2%. This means approximately 162 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gosport, Indiana?
Gosport's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gosport, IN?
The median home value in Gosport is $108,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Gosport, Indiana?
11.6% of adults (25+) in Gosport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.