Swayzee, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Swayzee, Indiana had a total population of 846, the 387th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $65,391, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Swayzee Quick Facts
How Swayzee 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 | 872 | 846 | -3.0% |
| Median household income | $66,250 | $65,391 | -1.3% |
| Median home value | $118,800 | $121,000 | +1.9% |
How Swayzee 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+)
Swayzee Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion | 27,531 | $43,343 | 29.6% | $85,300 |
| Gas City | 6,076 | $55,982 | 16.8% | $119,300 |
| Upland | 3,918 | $83,839 | 9.7% | $203,200 |
| Fairmount | 2,662 | $51,739 | 25.7% | $103,200 |
| Jonesboro | 1,578 | $45,833 | 16.3% | $79,500 |
| Sweetser | 1,061 | $80,625 | 11.8% | $153,400 |
| Converse | 813 | $65,536 | 18.9% | $103,800 |
| Van Buren | 782 | $47,692 | 19.7% | $69,800 |
| Matthews | 501 | $50,048 | 15.5% | $80,100 |
| Herbst | 309 | $40,366 | 20.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Swayzee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spiceland | 840 | $65,875 | $118,300 | 17.0% | 22.2% |
| Hoagland | 845 | $61,563 | $183,600 | 26.6% | 13.9% |
| Converse | 813 | $65,536 | $103,800 | 11.8% | 18.9% |
| New Harmony | 845 | $57,875 | $184,400 | 26.8% | 7.0% |
| Medora | 817 | $69,231 | $82,300 | 6.9% | 5.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 846, Swayzee'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
Swayzee is a small community located in Indiana, within Grant County. The total population is 846. It ranks as the 387th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Swayzee is 39.4 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Swayzee is $65,391. This is 9% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $121,000. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Swayzee is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Swayzee is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Swayzee, 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 Swayzee, Indiana?
Swayzee, Indiana has a population of 846 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Swayzee, IN?
The median household income in Swayzee is $65,391, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Swayzee, IN?
The poverty rate in Swayzee is 10.8%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Swayzee, Indiana?
Swayzee's population is 84.2% White, 1.8% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Swayzee, IN?
The median home value in Swayzee is $121,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Swayzee, Indiana?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Swayzee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.