Huron, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Huron, Indiana had a total population of 237, the 671st largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $88,333, which is 23% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 34.6%.
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 (34.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 66.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Indiana.
Huron Quick Facts
How Huron 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 | 231 | 237 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $85,801 | $88,333 | +3.0% |
How Huron Compares
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Employment
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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+)
Huron Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Huron
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Prairie | 238 | N/A | $251,800 | 60.1% | 0.0% |
| Carbon | 238 | $86,667 | $87,500 | 14.4% | 8.8% |
| Martinsburg | 233 | N/A | $101,400 | 10.4% | 0.0% |
| Butlerville | 231 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 71.0% |
| Mongo | 246 | N/A | $97,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 237, Huron'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
Huron is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 237. It ranks as the 671st most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Huron is 28.9 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 35.0% of the population under 18, Huron has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Huron is $88,333. This is 23% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 34.6%. This is 180% 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 Huron, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 64.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Huron 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
66.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Huron in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 125% higher than the state rate of 29.5%. 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. Notably, 56.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Huron, 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 Huron, Indiana?
Huron, Indiana has a population of 237 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Huron, IN?
The median household income in Huron is $88,333, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Huron, IN?
The poverty rate in Huron is 34.6%. This means approximately 82 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Huron, Indiana?
Huron's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Huron, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Huron — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Huron, Indiana?
66.2% of adults (25+) in Huron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 56.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.