LaGrange County, Indiana Demographics 2026
LaGrange County, Indiana has a population of 40,805, the 37th most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $84,487 and the median home value is $255,900. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
LaGrange County Quick Facts
How LaGrange 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 | 40,596 | 40,805 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $83,741 | $84,487 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $249,500 | $255,900 | +2.6% |
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 LaGrange County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagrange | 2,790 | $54,492 | 13.1% | $150,100 |
| Topeka | 1,137 | $62,875 | 7.9% | $141,700 |
| Howe | 1,092 | $60,238 | 2.8% | $163,000 |
| Shipshewana | 822 | $43,594 | 11.1% | $275,800 |
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Population Overview
LaGrange County is located in Indiana with a total population of 40,805. It is the 37th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in LaGrange County is 32.7 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 31.7% 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 $84,487. This is 17% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. The median home value is $255,900. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
LaGrange County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
11.5% 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 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 58.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for LaGrange 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 LaGrange County, Indiana?
LaGrange County has a population of 40,805, making it the 37th most populous county in Indiana.
What is the median income in LaGrange County?
The median household income in LaGrange County is $84,487 with a poverty rate of 5.9%.
How many cities are in LaGrange County, Indiana?
LaGrange County contains 4 Census-designated places.