Onward, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Onward, Indiana had a total population of 202, the 718th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $78,125, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Onward Quick Facts
How Onward 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 | 155 | 202 | +30.3% |
| Median household income | $59,107 | $78,125 | +32.2% |
How Onward Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Onward Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Cass County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logansport | 17,790 | $47,291 | 16.1% | $92,200 |
| Grissom AFB | 2,977 | $55,104 | 14.4% | $79,000 |
| Galveston | 1,363 | $56,927 | 10.6% | $130,300 |
| Royal Center | 919 | $51,818 | 11.6% | $83,800 |
| Walton | 827 | $45,660 | 20.8% | $98,600 |
Cities Similar to Onward
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Anthony | 203 | N/A | N/A | 46.5% | 0.0% |
| Pittsburg | 201 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 26.9% |
| Sandusky | 200 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 0.0% |
| Tyner | 200 | N/A | $153,300 | 12.6% | 0.0% |
| Williams | 200 | N/A | $195,500 | 9.5% | 22.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 202, Onward'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
Onward is a small community located in Indiana, within Cass County. The total population is 202. It ranks as the 718th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Onward is 33.8 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 38.6% of the population under 18, Onward has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Onward is $78,125. This is 9% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Onward. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. 92.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Onward is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 6.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (6.9% vs 2.6%).
Education
3.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 88% 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 79.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Onward, 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 Onward, Indiana?
Onward, Indiana has a population of 202 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Onward, IN?
The median household income in Onward is $78,125, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Onward, IN?
The ACS sample for Onward recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Onward, Indiana?
Onward's population is 74.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Onward, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Onward — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Onward, Indiana?
3.6% of adults (25+) in Onward hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.