Griffith town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Griffith town, Indiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Griffith town, Indiana has a total population of 16,228, the 59th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $76,009, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Griffith town Quick Facts

Population 16,228

Median Household Income $76,009

Median Home Value $200,400

Poverty Rate 7.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 38.4 years

Homeownership Rate 72.4%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.6%

High School Graduation Rate 96.4%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 16,228 59th of 967

Median Income $76,009 top 30%

Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower national

Median Home Value $200,400 top 30%

How Griffith town Compares

Median Household Income

Griffith town

$76,009

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Griffith town

$200,400

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.5%

$25K-$50K 17.8%

$50K-$100K 37.3%

$100K+ 33.5%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

69.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.4%

Renter 27.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.1%

18-34

23.9%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

25.6%

75+

5.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Griffith town Rankings in Indiana

#59 Population of 967

#225 Median Income of 967

#195 Education of 967

#188 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Griffith town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jasper city	16,421	$65,283	$203,300	28.7%	11.9%
New Haven city	15,339	$67,121	$151,200	23.9%	8.3%
Cedar Lake town	14,686	$79,177	$259,900	24.8%	3.6%
Dyer town	16,400	$101,183	$288,700	36.5%	6.7%
Warsaw city	16,592	$57,170	$175,300	33.0%	17.0%

Population Overview

Griffith town is a small city located in Indiana. The total population is 16,228. It ranks as the 59th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Griffith town is 38.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Griffith town is $76,009. This is 9% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $200,400. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Griffith town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Griffith town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (13.8% vs 9.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.2% vs 8.4%).

Education

26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 96.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Griffith town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Griffith town, Indiana?

Griffith town, Indiana has a population of 16,228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Griffith town, IN?

The median household income in Griffith town is $76,009, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Griffith town, IN?

The poverty rate in Griffith town is 7.1%. This means approximately 1,157 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Griffith town, Indiana?

Griffith town's population is 62.7% White, 13.8% Black, 18.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Griffith town, IN?

The median home value in Griffith town is $200,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Griffith town, Indiana?

26.6% of adults (25+) in Griffith town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.