Oakville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakville, Indiana had a total population of 205, the 712th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 43.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Indiana.
- Unemployment rate of 45.2% is notably above the national average.
Oakville Quick Facts
How Oakville 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 | 249 | 205 | -17.7% |
How Oakville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Oakville Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Oakville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napoleon | 205 | $63,125 | $162,500 | 18.7% | 19.5% |
| Stewartsville | 206 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dunreith | 204 | $57,250 | $104,200 | 1.5% | 6.9% |
| Bowling Green | 207 | N/A | $90,000 | 10.4% | 28.5% |
| New London | 207 | N/A | $193,100 | 21.9% | 3.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 205, Oakville'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
Oakville is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 205. It ranks as the 712th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakville is 49.0 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. With 35.6% of the population under 18, Oakville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 12.2% 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 9.3%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 45.2%. This is 956% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 64.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oakville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents.
Education
43.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Oakville in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 49% higher 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 76.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakville, 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 Oakville, Indiana?
Oakville, Indiana has a population of 205 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oakville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakville, IN?
The poverty rate in Oakville is 9.3%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakville, Indiana?
Oakville's population is 88.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Oakville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Oakville, Indiana?
43.9% of adults (25+) in Oakville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.