Lanesville town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lanesville town, Indiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Lanesville town, Indiana has a total population of 871, the 390th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $80,473, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in Indiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.

Lanesville town Quick Facts

Population 871

Median Household Income $80,473

Median Home Value $208,000

Poverty Rate 2.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.4%

Median Age 39.6 years

Homeownership Rate 71.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.9%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 871 390th of 967

Median Income $80,473 top 30%

Poverty Rate 2.5% 80% lower national

Median Home Value $208,000 top 30%

How Lanesville town Compares

Median Household Income

Lanesville town

$80,473

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lanesville town

$208,000

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.9%

$25K-$50K 15.5%

$50K-$100K 38.7%

$100K+ 33.9%

Employment

0.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

67.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.5%

Renter 28.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.0%

18-34

20.1%

35-54

26.5%

55-74

19.8%

75+

9.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lanesville town Rankings in Indiana

#390 Population of 967

#193 Median Income of 967

#228 Education of 967

#170 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Lanesville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Clayton town	874	$83,500	$214,900	20.7%	5.1%
Millersburg town	892	$78,750	$169,300	12.9%	25.1%
Wheatfield town	841	$80,625	$191,900	13.2%	10.5%
Tecumseh CDP	870	$92,708	$240,700	52.9%	7.8%
Borden town	880	$70,750	$167,100	26.3%	7.2%

Population Overview

Lanesville town is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 871. It ranks as the 390th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lanesville town is 39.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lanesville town is $80,473. This is 15% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 79% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $208,000. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Lanesville town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lanesville town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 8.4%.

Education

24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 96.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lanesville town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lanesville town, Indiana?

Lanesville town, Indiana has a population of 871 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lanesville town, IN?

The median household income in Lanesville town is $80,473, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lanesville town, IN?

The poverty rate in Lanesville town is 2.5%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lanesville town, Indiana?

Lanesville town's population is 92.4% White, 1.4% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lanesville town, IN?

The median home value in Lanesville town is $208,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Lanesville town, Indiana?

24.4% of adults (25+) in Lanesville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.