Grayford, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grayford, Indiana had a total population of 124, the 818th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 75.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (75.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Grayford Quick Facts
How Grayford 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 | 159 | 124 | -22.0% |
| Median home value | $138,200 | $158,600 | +14.8% |
How Grayford Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Grayford Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Grayford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Mills | 124 | N/A | $311,500 | 30.5% | 6.5% |
| Sidney | 123 | $50,250 | $118,800 | 4.4% | 6.5% |
| Pleasantville | 127 | $22,381 | N/A | 9.1% | 42.5% |
| Adams | 121 | $65,652 | $81,100 | 0.0% | 15.7% |
| Flat Rock | 121 | $59,000 | $135,300 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 124, Grayford'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
Grayford is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 124. It ranks as the 818th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grayford is 15.4 years. This is 60% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 58.9% of the population under 18, Grayford has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 75.8%. This is 514% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Grayford, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $158,600. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $218,200. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grayford is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Asian residents account for 15.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (15.3% vs 2.6%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 70.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grayford, 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 Grayford, Indiana?
Grayford, Indiana has a population of 124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grayford, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Grayford — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grayford, IN?
The poverty rate in Grayford is 75.8%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grayford, Indiana?
Grayford's population is 41.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 15.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grayford, IN?
The median home value in Grayford is $158,600.
How educated is Grayford, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Grayford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.