Hancock County, Indiana Demographics 2026
Hancock County, Indiana has a population of 84,037, the 18th most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $93,186 and the median home value is $274,800. The poverty rate is 4.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hancock County Quick Facts
How Hancock County 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 | 82,013 | 84,037 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $91,326 | $93,186 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $258,100 | $274,800 | +6.5% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Hancock County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield | 24,940 | $76,127 | 5.3% | $216,400 |
| McCordsville | 10,329 | $110,692 | 0.9% | $345,400 |
| Fortville | 4,976 | $84,000 | 5.1% | $254,900 |
| New Palestine | 3,227 | $96,923 | 5.7% | $357,500 |
| Shirley | 1,022 | $67,083 | 9.4% | $113,100 |
| Wilkinson | 385 | $81,250 | 4.7% | $133,700 |
| Spring Lake | 224 | $50,938 | 0.9% | $169,400 |
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Population Overview
Hancock County is located in Indiana with a total population of 84,037. It is the 18th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hancock County is 40.0 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hancock County is $93,186. This is 30% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.7%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $274,800. Housing costs are 26% higher than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Hancock County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hancock County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
34.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Hancock County in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 19% higher 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Hancock County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Indiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hancock County, Indiana?
Hancock County has a population of 84,037, making it the 18th most populous county in Indiana.
What is the median income in Hancock County?
The median household income in Hancock County is $93,186 with a poverty rate of 4.7%.
How many cities are in Hancock County, Indiana?
Hancock County contains 7 Census-designated places.