Jennings County, Indiana Demographics 2026
Jennings County, Indiana has a population of 27,562, the 58th most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $69,322 and the median home value is $161,500. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jennings County Quick Facts
How Jennings 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 | 27,584 | 27,562 | -0.1% |
| Median household income | $68,476 | $69,322 | +1.2% |
| Median home value | $154,600 | $161,500 | +4.5% |
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 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 |
| Hayden | 288 | $83,359 | 13.9% | N/A |
| Scipio | 246 | N/A | 0.0% | $223,400 |
| Butlerville | 231 | N/A | 71.0% | N/A |
| Vernon | 193 | $78,750 | 1.0% | $85,000 |
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Population Overview
Jennings County is located in Indiana with a total population of 27,562. It is the 58th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jennings County is 40.3 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jennings County is $69,322. This is 4% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $161,500. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Jennings County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jennings County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) 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 (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 87.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Jennings 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 Jennings County, Indiana?
Jennings County has a population of 27,562, making it the 58th most populous county in Indiana.
What is the median income in Jennings County?
The median household income in Jennings County is $69,322 with a poverty rate of 12.6%.
How many cities are in Jennings County, Indiana?
Jennings County contains 6 Census-designated places.