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Sellersburg, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sellersburg, Indiana had a total population of 10,137, the 86th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $72,179, which is about the same as 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

Sellersburg Quick Facts

Population 10,137
Median Household Income $72,179
Median Home Value $231,500
Poverty Rate 6.9%
Unemployment Rate 5.5%
Median Age 45.4 years
Homeownership Rate 80.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.1%
High School Graduation Rate 89.4%
Diversity Index 18/100
Population 10,137 86th of 967
Median Income $72,179 above average
Poverty Rate 6.9% 44% lower than national
Median Home Value $231,500 top 20%

How Sellersburg Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population10,21510,137-0.8%
Median household income$69,851$72,179+3.3%
Median home value$213,300$231,500+8.5%

How Sellersburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.9%
$25K-$50K 21.1%
$50K-$100K 40.0%
$100K+ 30.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.6%
$10K-$15K
2.5%
$15K-$20K
1.1%
$20K-$25K
2.8%
$25K-$30K
2.5%
$30K-$35K
5.2%
$35K-$40K
1.9%
$40K-$45K
4.8%
$45K-$50K
6.6%
$50K-$60K
8.2%
$60K-$75K
13.2%
$75K-$100K
18.6%
$100K-$125K
11.1%
$125K-$150K
4.4%
$150K-$200K
6.7%
$200K+
7.8%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
61.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.0%
Renter 20.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,151/mo 19.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

18out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Sellersburg Rankings in Indiana

#86 Population of 967
#287 Median Income of 796
#141 Education of 966
#160 Home Value of 818

Other Cities in Clark County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Jeffersonville 51,043 $70,930 11.2% $216,800
Clarksville 22,016 $60,467 16.5% $179,700
Charlestown 8,294 $77,288 12.5% $208,300
Henryville 1,691 $71,667 6.9% $204,000
Utica 1,028 $84,886 9.4% $241,300
Borden 987 $72,708 7.4% $174,500
Memphis 784 $137,560 0.0% $235,900
New Washington 351 $81,705 10.3% $187,500

Cities Similar to Sellersburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Columbia City9,897$68,089$189,10023.7%13.6%
Mooresville9,751$68,983$206,40021.7%13.1%
Angola9,408$64,540$205,40027.0%17.9%
Decatur9,811$58,646$142,80012.3%11.3%
Kendallville10,556$58,939$133,20013.0%12.4%

Population Overview

Sellersburg is a small city located in Indiana, within Clark County. The total population is 10,137. It ranks as the 86th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sellersburg is 45.4 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sellersburg is $72,179. This is about the same as the state median of $71,957. It is also 11% lower 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 5.5%. This is 27% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $231,500. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sellersburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 8.6%.

Education

33.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% higher 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 89.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sellersburg, 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 Sellersburg, Indiana?

Sellersburg, Indiana has a population of 10,137 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sellersburg, IN?

The median household income in Sellersburg is $72,179, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Sellersburg, IN?

The poverty rate in Sellersburg is 6.9%. This means approximately 699 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sellersburg, Indiana?

Sellersburg's population is 90.3% White, 0.6% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sellersburg, IN?

The median home value in Sellersburg is $231,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Sellersburg, Indiana?

33.1% of adults (25+) in Sellersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.