Prairieton, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Prairieton, Indiana had a total population of 475, the 519th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 18.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Prairieton Quick Facts
How Prairieton 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 | 449 | 475 | +5.8% |
| Median home value | $374,100 | $367,700 | -1.7% |
How Prairieton 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+)
Prairieton Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Prairieton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waveland | 475 | $52,292 | $108,600 | 11.4% | 18.5% |
| La Paz | 476 | $77,972 | $135,300 | 6.2% | 22.1% |
| Stanford | 472 | $131,289 | $295,500 | 18.7% | 0.0% |
| Roann | 479 | $58,542 | $95,900 | 15.2% | 12.3% |
| Reo | 465 | $103,478 | $172,900 | 29.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 475, Prairieton'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
Prairieton is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 475. It ranks as the 519th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Prairieton is 33.8 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 47% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $367,700. Housing costs are 69% higher than the state median of $218,200. 47.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Prairieton 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 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Prairieton, 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 Prairieton, Indiana?
Prairieton, Indiana has a population of 475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Prairieton, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Prairieton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Prairieton, IN?
The poverty rate in Prairieton is 18.1%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Prairieton, Indiana?
Prairieton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Prairieton, IN?
The median home value in Prairieton is $367,700.
How educated is Prairieton, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Prairieton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.