Putnam County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Putnam County is located in Indiana with a total population of 37,091. It is the 41st most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Putnam County is 38.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Putnam County is $76,182. This is 9% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $205,800. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Putnam County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Putnam County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.4%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 8.4%.

Education

19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.