Onward town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Onward town, Indiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Onward town, Indiana has a total population of 155, the 774th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $59,107, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.9%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.9% — among the lowest in Indiana.
Only 5.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 8.5% is notably above the national average.

Onward town Quick Facts

Population 155

Median Household Income $59,107

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 1.9%

Unemployment Rate 8.5%

Median Age 36.5 years

Homeownership Rate 91.8%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.2%

High School Graduation Rate 75.0%

Diversity Index 9/100

Population 155 774th of 967

Median Income $59,107 average

Poverty Rate 1.9% 84% lower national

Median Home Value N/A

How Onward town Compares

Median Household Income

Onward town

$59,107

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 2.0%

$25K-$50K 34.7%

$50K-$100K 22.4%

$100K+ 40.8%

Employment

8.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

64.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.8%

Renter 8.2%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.4%

18-34

16.1%

35-54

29.0%

55-74

16.8%

75+

9.7%

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+)

Onward town Rankings in Indiana

#774 Population of 967

#479 Median Income of 967

#769 Education of 967

N/A Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Onward town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fairview CDP	156	N/A	$9,999	21.1%	32.4%
Blanford CDP	154	N/A	N/A	0.0%	41.6%
Stone Bluff CDP	157	N/A	N/A	31.9%	0.0%
Grayford CDP	159	N/A	$138,200	0.0%	82.4%
Mount Etna town	155	$55,500	$80,000	16.2%	19.4%

Population Overview

Onward town is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 155. It ranks as the 774th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Onward town is 36.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 28.4% of the population under 18, Onward town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Onward town is $59,107. This is 16% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 1.9%. This is 84% 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 8.5%. This is 99% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 91.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Onward town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.4%.

Education

5.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 75.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Onward 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 Onward town, Indiana?

Onward town, Indiana has a population of 155 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Onward town is $59,107, which is 25% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Onward town, IN?

The poverty rate in Onward town is 1.9%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Onward town, Indiana?

Onward town's population is 95.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Onward town is N/A.

How educated is Onward town, Indiana?

5.2% of adults (25+) in Onward town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.