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Lagrange, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lagrange, Indiana had a total population of 2,790, the 187th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $54,492, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Lagrange Quick Facts

Population 2,790
Median Household Income $54,492
Median Home Value $150,100
Poverty Rate 13.1%
Unemployment Rate 6.7%
Median Age 46.1 years
Homeownership Rate 61.4%
Affordability Ratio 2.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.5%
High School Graduation Rate 80.7%
Diversity Index 33/100
Population 2,790 187th of 967
Median Income $54,492 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 13.1% 5% higher than national
Median Home Value $150,100 average

How Lagrange Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,7702,790+0.7%
Median household income$51,786$54,492+5.2%
Median home value$124,000$150,100+21.0%

How Lagrange Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.7%
$25K-$50K 22.6%
$50K-$100K 36.7%
$100K+ 18.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
7.3%
$10K-$15K
7.0%
$15K-$20K
3.7%
$20K-$25K
4.7%
$25K-$30K
3.5%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
6.7%
$40K-$45K
5.3%
$45K-$50K
4.2%
$50K-$60K
9.9%
$60K-$75K
11.4%
$75K-$100K
15.4%
$100K-$125K
11.4%
$125K-$150K
3.2%
$150K-$200K
2.5%
$200K+
0.9%

Employment

6.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
65.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.4%
Renter 38.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $807/mo 17.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

33out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Lagrange Rankings in Indiana

#187 Population of 967
#570 Median Income of 796
#558 Education of 966
#387 Home Value of 818

Other Cities in LaGrange County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
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

Cities Similar to Lagrange

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Bloomfield2,713$54,948$109,80013.7%12.2%
Butler2,660$54,688$107,70010.4%19.3%
Centerville2,772$49,688$149,20013.1%14.2%
Loogootee2,853$50,000$148,50011.6%26.4%
Brookville2,643$55,938$180,70018.7%8.7%

Population Overview

Lagrange is a small community located in Indiana, within LaGrange County. The total population is 2,790. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lagrange is 46.1 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lagrange is $54,492. This is 24% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 56% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $150,100. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Lagrange is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 70.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lagrange is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.5%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (19.5% vs 8.6%).

Education

12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 80.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lagrange, 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 Lagrange, Indiana?

Lagrange, Indiana has a population of 2,790 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lagrange, IN?

The median household income in Lagrange is $54,492, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lagrange, IN?

The poverty rate in Lagrange is 13.1%. This means approximately 351 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lagrange, Indiana?

Lagrange's population is 79.5% White, 0.3% Black, 19.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lagrange, IN?

The median home value in Lagrange is $150,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Lagrange, Indiana?

12.5% of adults (25+) in Lagrange hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.