Putnamville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Putnamville, Indiana had a total population of 1,959, the 234th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $150,625, which is 109% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 109% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Indiana.
- Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.
Putnamville Quick Facts
How Putnamville 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 | 2,126 | 1,959 | -7.9% |
| Median household income | $147,527 | $150,625 | +2.1% |
How Putnamville Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Putnamville Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Putnamville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Ground | 1,969 | $110,568 | $277,600 | 50.1% | 4.0% |
| Foxcliff Estates | 1,674 | $142,070 | $488,800 | 51.2% | 2.8% |
| Meridian Hills | 1,767 | $211,528 | $661,700 | 80.0% | 0.8% |
| Greenville | 1,575 | $134,934 | $318,900 | 36.3% | 5.6% |
| Monrovia | 2,055 | $92,344 | $233,200 | 22.7% | 6.4% |
Population Overview
Putnamville is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 1,959. It ranks as the 234th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Putnamville is 37.5 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 3.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Putnamville is $150,625. This is 109% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 87% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Putnamville. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. 98.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Putnamville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 30.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (30.3% vs 9.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 8.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
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 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Putnamville, 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 Putnamville, Indiana?
Putnamville, Indiana has a population of 1,959 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Putnamville, IN?
The median household income in Putnamville is $150,625, which is 87% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Putnamville, IN?
The ACS sample for Putnamville recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Putnamville, Indiana?
Putnamville's population is 58.5% White, 30.3% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Putnamville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Putnamville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Putnamville, Indiana?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Putnamville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.