Nyona Lake, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nyona Lake, Indiana had a total population of 389, the 563rd largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 54.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (54.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 29.7% is notably above the national average.
Nyona Lake Quick Facts
How Nyona Lake 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 | 219 | 389 | +77.6% |
How Nyona Lake Compares
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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+)
Nyona Lake Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Nyona Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Center | 389 | $85,305 | $63,800 | 3.4% | 0.0% |
| Advance | 390 | $64,500 | $164,500 | 20.9% | 9.2% |
| Romney | 391 | $63,578 | $161,000 | 23.6% | 0.0% |
| Helmsburg | 387 | N/A | $89,700 | 2.8% | 0.0% |
| Star City | 386 | N/A | N/A | 3.6% | 13.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 389, Nyona Lake's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Nyona Lake is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 389. It ranks as the 563rd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nyona Lake is 46.1 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. 14.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 54.0%. This is 337% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 29.7%. This is 594% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nyona Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.6%.
Education
22.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nyona Lake, 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 Nyona Lake, Indiana?
Nyona Lake, Indiana has a population of 389 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nyona Lake, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Nyona Lake — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nyona Lake, IN?
The poverty rate in Nyona Lake is 54.0%. This means approximately 210 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nyona Lake, Indiana?
Nyona Lake's population is 97.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nyona Lake, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Nyona Lake — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Nyona Lake, Indiana?
22.6% of adults (25+) in Nyona Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.