Poneto, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Poneto, Indiana had a total population of 174, the 752nd largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Poneto Quick Facts
How Poneto 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 | 167 | 174 | +4.2% |
| Median household income | $50,000 | $63,750 | +27.5% |
| Median home value | $79,400 | $95,400 | +20.2% |
How Poneto Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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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+)
Poneto Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Wells County
Cities Similar to Poneto
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decker | 174 | N/A | $34,700 | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| Cree Lake | 173 | N/A | $223,300 | 10.7% | 33.5% |
| Abington | 175 | $65,481 | $423,000 | 52.2% | 0.0% |
| Greensboro | 178 | N/A | $104,600 | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| Roll | 169 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 174, Poneto'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
Poneto is a small community located in Indiana, within Wells County. The total population is 174. It ranks as the 752nd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Poneto is 41.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Poneto is $63,750. This is 11% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Poneto, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $95,400. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Poneto is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Poneto has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.1%.
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Poneto, 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 Poneto, Indiana?
Poneto, Indiana has a population of 174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Poneto, IN?
The median household income in Poneto is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Poneto, IN?
The poverty rate in Poneto is 17.2%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Poneto, Indiana?
Poneto's population is 88.5% White, 0.0% Black, 8.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Poneto, IN?
The median home value in Poneto is $95,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Poneto, Indiana?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Poneto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.