Pleasant Lake, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Lake, Indiana had a total population of 829, the 394th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $75,647, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.
Pleasant Lake Quick Facts
How Pleasant 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 | 803 | 829 | +3.2% |
| Median household income | $66,563 | $75,647 | +13.6% |
| Median home value | $155,300 | $145,200 | -6.5% |
How Pleasant Lake Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Pleasant Lake Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Pleasant Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleville | 813 | $72,986 | $261,600 | 21.4% | 17.6% |
| Homecroft | 854 | $78,942 | $231,600 | 44.5% | 2.0% |
| Clayton | 818 | $82,188 | $229,300 | 22.0% | 3.9% |
| Medora | 817 | $69,231 | $82,300 | 6.9% | 5.3% |
| Atlanta | 816 | $69,286 | $148,400 | 11.9% | 18.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 829, Pleasant 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
Pleasant Lake is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 829. It ranks as the 394th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Lake is 25.0 years. This is 34% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 38.2% of the population under 18, Pleasant Lake has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasant Lake is $75,647. This is 5% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 130% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $145,200. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Pleasant Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.
Education
7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant 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 Pleasant Lake, Indiana?
Pleasant Lake, Indiana has a population of 829 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Lake, IN?
The median household income in Pleasant Lake is $75,647, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Lake, IN?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Lake is 8.3%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Lake, Indiana?
Pleasant Lake's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Lake, IN?
The median home value in Pleasant Lake is $145,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Pleasant Lake, Indiana?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.