Switzerland County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Switzerland County is located in Indiana with a total population of 9,914. It is the 87th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Switzerland County is 42.1 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Switzerland County is $65,148. This is 7% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $183,200. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Switzerland County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Switzerland County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.0%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

10.0% 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. This is 65% 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 82.4%.