Rome City town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rome City town, Indiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Rome City town, Indiana has a total population of 1,271, the 305th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $72,054, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.

Rome City town Quick Facts

Population 1,271

Median Household Income $72,054

Median Home Value $231,300

Poverty Rate 9.6%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 51.5 years

Homeownership Rate 84.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.5%

High School Graduation Rate 88.2%

Diversity Index 8/100

Population 1,271 305th of 967

Median Income $72,054 above average

Poverty Rate 9.6% 23% lower national

Median Home Value $231,300 top 20%

How Rome City town Compares

Median Household Income

Rome City town

$72,054

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Rome City town

$231,300

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.3%

$25K-$50K 15.4%

$50K-$100K 34.0%

$100K+ 33.4%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

57.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.6%

Renter 15.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

13.9%

18-34

22.5%

35-54

19.4%

55-74

35.7%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Rome City town Rankings in Indiana

#305 Population of 967

#267 Median Income of 967

#326 Education of 967

#121 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Rome City town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sunman town	1,283	$72,279	$188,700	16.7%	12.2%
Jamestown town	1,225	$70,083	$180,400	20.7%	4.5%
Harlan CDP	1,333	$73,214	$166,800	12.2%	5.6%
Barbee CDP	1,298	$65,625	$202,100	15.7%	6.2%
Koontz Lake CDP	1,217	$78,081	$124,500	15.6%	8.5%

Population Overview

Rome City town is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 1,271. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rome City town is 51.5 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rome City town is $72,054. This is 3% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $231,300. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $201,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 84.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Rome City town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 8.4%.

Education

19.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 88.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rome City town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rome City town, Indiana?

Rome City town, Indiana has a population of 1,271 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rome City town, IN?

The median household income in Rome City town is $72,054, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rome City town, IN?

The poverty rate in Rome City town is 9.6%. This means approximately 122 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rome City town, Indiana?

Rome City town's population is 95.7% White, 0.6% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rome City town, IN?

The median home value in Rome City town is $231,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Rome City town, Indiana?

19.5% of adults (25+) in Rome City town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.