Pleasantville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasantville, Indiana had a total population of 127, the 817th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $22,381, which is 69% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 42.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 69% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (42.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 56.4% is notably above the national average.
Pleasantville Quick Facts
How Pleasantville 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 | 126 | 127 | +0.8% |
| Median household income | $25,000 | $22,381 | -10.5% |
How Pleasantville Compares
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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+)
Pleasantville Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Pleasantville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grayford | 124 | N/A | $158,600 | 0.0% | 75.8% |
| Pleasant Mills | 124 | N/A | $311,500 | 30.5% | 6.5% |
| Stone Bluff | 134 | N/A | N/A | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Canaan | 120 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fountaintown | 119 | N/A | $259,600 | 30.0% | 30.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 127, Pleasantville'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
Pleasantville is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 127. It ranks as the 817th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasantville is 38.7 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasantville is $22,381. This is 69% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 72% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 42.5%. This is 245% 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 unemployment rate is 56.4%. This is 1217% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 58.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pleasantville 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
9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasantville, 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 Pleasantville, Indiana?
Pleasantville, Indiana has a population of 127 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasantville, IN?
The median household income in Pleasantville is $22,381, which is 72% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasantville, IN?
The poverty rate in Pleasantville is 42.5%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasantville, Indiana?
Pleasantville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasantville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pleasantville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pleasantville, Indiana?
9.1% of adults (25+) in Pleasantville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.