Wadesville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wadesville, Indiana had a total population of 672, the 443rd largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $100,625, which is 40% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 40% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Indiana.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Wadesville Quick Facts
How Wadesville 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 | 778 | 672 | -13.6% |
| Median household income | $92,745 | $100,625 | +8.5% |
| Median home value | $187,000 | $231,700 | +23.9% |
How Wadesville 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+)
Wadesville Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Wadesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leesburg | 652 | $101,563 | $172,300 | 15.3% | 3.2% |
| Sharpsville | 662 | $92,500 | $116,700 | 35.3% | 6.2% |
| Mount Summit | 713 | N/A | $214,100 | 17.2% | 4.9% |
| San Pierre | 727 | N/A | $193,600 | 9.3% | 1.8% |
| Everton | 610 | N/A | $114,300 | 1.3% | 9.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 672, Wadesville'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
Wadesville is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 672. It ranks as the 443rd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wadesville is 44.0 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wadesville is $100,625. This is 40% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 25% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wadesville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $231,700. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Wadesville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wadesville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 9.1%.
Education
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wadesville, 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 Wadesville, Indiana?
Wadesville, Indiana has a population of 672 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wadesville, IN?
The median household income in Wadesville is $100,625, which is 25% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wadesville, IN?
The poverty rate in Wadesville is 7.1%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wadesville, Indiana?
Wadesville's population is 98.8% White, 1.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wadesville, IN?
The median home value in Wadesville is $231,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Wadesville, Indiana?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Wadesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.