Pittsburg, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pittsburg, Indiana had a total population of 201, the 719th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 26.9%.
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 (26.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pittsburg Quick Facts
How Pittsburg 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 | 208 | 201 | -3.4% |
How Pittsburg 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
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+)
Pittsburg Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Pittsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcola | 201 | $71,528 | $115,300 | 24.6% | 6.5% |
| New Point | 201 | $60,000 | $122,500 | 10.1% | 14.9% |
| Onward | 202 | $78,125 | N/A | 3.6% | 0.0% |
| Newtown | 200 | $59,167 | $99,000 | 20.4% | 7.5% |
| Sandusky | 200 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 201, Pittsburg'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
Pittsburg is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 201. It ranks as the 719th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pittsburg is 25.1 years. This is 34% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 34.8% of the population under 18, Pittsburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.9%. This is 118% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Pittsburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 37.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pittsburg was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, Indiana?
Pittsburg, Indiana has a population of 201 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pittsburg, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pittsburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pittsburg, IN?
The poverty rate in Pittsburg is 26.9%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pittsburg, Indiana?
Pittsburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pittsburg, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pittsburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pittsburg, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pittsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.