Sardinia, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sardinia, Indiana had a total population of 130, the 812th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $92,857, which is 29% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
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%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.4% is notably above the national average.
Sardinia Quick Facts
How Sardinia 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 | 115 | 130 | +13.0% |
| Median household income | $90,458 | $92,857 | +2.7% |
How Sardinia Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Sardinia Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Sardinia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Bluff | 134 | N/A | N/A | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Centerton | 136 | N/A | $208,800 | 44.4% | 39.0% |
| Grayford | 124 | N/A | $158,600 | 0.0% | 75.8% |
| Pleasant Mills | 124 | N/A | $311,500 | 30.5% | 6.5% |
| Malden | 137 | $95,288 | $225,000 | 43.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, Sardinia'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
Sardinia is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 812th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sardinia is 57.1 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 11.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sardinia is $92,857. This is 29% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 11.4%. This is 167% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sardinia 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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sardinia, 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 Sardinia, Indiana?
Sardinia, Indiana has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sardinia, IN?
The median household income in Sardinia is $92,857, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sardinia, IN?
The poverty rate in Sardinia is 6.9%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sardinia, Indiana?
Sardinia's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sardinia, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sardinia — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sardinia, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sardinia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.