Miami County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Miami County is located in Indiana with a total population of 35,772. It is the 45th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Miami County is 41.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Miami County is $61,130. This is 13% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 50% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $118,000. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Miami County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Miami County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 87.5%.