Ridgeville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ridgeville, Indiana had a total population of 569, the 484th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $38,750, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 2.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
Ridgeville Quick Facts
How Ridgeville 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 | 576 | 569 | -1.2% |
| Median household income | $39,868 | $38,750 | -2.8% |
| Median home value | $45,400 | $47,600 | +4.8% |
How Ridgeville 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+)
Ridgeville Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester | 5,284 | $52,439 | 18.3% | $97,600 |
| Union City | 3,569 | $39,360 | 31.2% | $79,300 |
| Farmland | 1,276 | $41,206 | 22.4% | $99,200 |
| Parker City | 1,211 | $58,558 | 18.8% | $94,200 |
| Lynn | 943 | $38,438 | 14.1% | $83,900 |
| Saratoga | 249 | $53,125 | 11.7% | $65,800 |
| Losantville | 238 | $54,107 | 12.2% | $92,500 |
| Modoc | 180 | $64,167 | 10.6% | $65,000 |
Cities Similar to Ridgeville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis | 560 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 73.8% |
| St. Bernice | 554 | N/A | $92,700 | 0.0% | 3.8% |
| Lake Eliza | 545 | N/A | $173,000 | 5.6% | 10.3% |
| Everton | 610 | N/A | $114,300 | 1.3% | 9.3% |
| Hanna | 529 | $39,097 | $155,100 | 10.4% | 44.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 569, Ridgeville'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
Ridgeville is a small community located in Indiana, within Randolph County. The total population is 569. It ranks as the 484th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ridgeville is 48.1 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ridgeville is $38,750. This is 46% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 52% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $47,600. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Ridgeville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ridgeville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 9.1%.
Education
2.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 92% 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 88.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ridgeville, 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 Ridgeville, Indiana?
Ridgeville, Indiana has a population of 569 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ridgeville, IN?
The median household income in Ridgeville is $38,750, which is 52% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ridgeville, IN?
The poverty rate in Ridgeville is 13.2%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ridgeville, Indiana?
Ridgeville's population is 92.6% White, 0.2% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ridgeville, IN?
The median home value in Ridgeville is $47,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Ridgeville, Indiana?
2.3% of adults (25+) in Ridgeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.