Hazleton, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hazleton, Indiana had a total population of 196, the 731st largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $64,250, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
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 1.1x.
Hazleton Quick Facts
How Hazleton 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 | 240 | 196 | -18.3% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $64,250 | +25.4% |
| Median home value | $70,800 | $69,000 | -2.5% |
How Hazleton 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+)
Hazleton Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Gibson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton | 8,372 | $57,618 | 16.9% | $128,700 |
| Fort Branch | 3,021 | $58,707 | 17.2% | $195,900 |
| Oakland City | 2,262 | $48,850 | 14.2% | $109,500 |
| Haubstadt | 1,905 | $74,940 | 4.9% | $228,100 |
| Owensville | 1,156 | $56,635 | 6.2% | $131,700 |
| Patoka | 737 | $48,958 | 26.5% | $99,000 |
| Francisco | 537 | $63,836 | 14.3% | $98,300 |
| Somerville | 243 | $60,208 | 11.3% | $96,100 |
| Mackey | 88 | $45,625 | 28.4% | $211,500 |
Cities Similar to Hazleton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Creek | 198 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 84.3% |
| Reddington | 199 | N/A | $291,700 | 50.4% | 0.0% |
| Sandusky | 200 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 0.0% |
| Tyner | 200 | N/A | $153,300 | 12.6% | 0.0% |
| Williams | 200 | N/A | $195,500 | 9.5% | 22.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 196, Hazleton'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
Hazleton is a small community located in Indiana, within Gibson County. The total population is 196. It ranks as the 731st most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hazleton is 47.0 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hazleton is $64,250. This is 11% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 80% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $69,000. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Hazleton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 95.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hazleton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.5% of all residents.
Education
19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hazleton, 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 Hazleton, Indiana?
Hazleton, Indiana has a population of 196 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hazleton, IN?
The median household income in Hazleton is $64,250, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hazleton, IN?
The poverty rate in Hazleton is 13.3%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hazleton, Indiana?
Hazleton's population is 98.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hazleton, IN?
The median home value in Hazleton is $69,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Hazleton, Indiana?
19.3% of adults (25+) in Hazleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.