LaGrange County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

LaGrange County is located in Indiana with a total population of 40,596. It is the 37th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in LaGrange County is 32.5 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 32.0% of the population under 18, LaGrange County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in LaGrange County is $83,741. This is 20% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $249,500. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $201,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

LaGrange County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

11.1% 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. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 60.6%.