Hayden, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hayden, Indiana had a total population of 288, the 621st largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $83,359, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 17.1% is notably above the national average.
Hayden Quick Facts
How Hayden 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 | 300 | 288 | -4.0% |
How Hayden Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Hayden Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Jennings County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Vernon | 7,078 | $51,429 | 16.7% | $128,600 |
| Country Squire Lakes | 3,057 | $57,201 | 23.9% | $26,600 |
| Scipio | 246 | N/A | 0.0% | $223,400 |
| Butlerville | 231 | N/A | 71.0% | N/A |
| Vernon | 193 | $78,750 | 1.0% | $85,000 |
Cities Similar to Hayden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler | 283 | N/A | $202,300 | 6.3% | 7.1% |
| Blanford | 281 | N/A | $50,300 | 33.1% | 20.3% |
| Brimfield | 281 | N/A | N/A | 5.0% | 49.5% |
| New Lebanon | 281 | N/A | $138,300 | 0.0% | 2.9% |
| Arthur | 299 | N/A | $110,800 | 20.9% | 42.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 288, Hayden'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
Hayden is a small community located in Indiana, within Jennings County. The total population is 288. It ranks as the 621st most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hayden is 20.7 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hayden is $83,359. This is 16% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 17.1%. This is 299% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 15.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 78% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hayden was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hayden, 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 Hayden, Indiana?
Hayden, Indiana has a population of 288 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hayden, IN?
The median household income in Hayden is $83,359, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hayden, IN?
The poverty rate in Hayden is 13.9%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hayden, Indiana?
Hayden's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hayden, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hayden — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hayden, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hayden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.