Westville town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Westville town, Indiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Westville town, Indiana has a total population of 5,291, the 125th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $59,732, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 10.8% is notably above the national average.

Westville town Quick Facts

Population 5,291

Median Household Income $59,732

Median Home Value $152,000

Poverty Rate 9.5%

Unemployment Rate 10.8%

Median Age 38.0 years

Homeownership Rate 84.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.3%

High School Graduation Rate 75.4%

Diversity Index 49/100

Population 5,291 125th of 967

Median Income $59,732 average

Poverty Rate 9.5% 24% lower national

Median Home Value $152,000 above average

How Westville town Compares

Median Household Income

Westville town

$59,732

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Westville town

$152,000

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.5%

$25K-$50K 21.1%

$50K-$100K 35.2%

$100K+ 30.1%

Employment

10.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

20.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.1%

Renter 15.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

8.3%

18-34

35.2%

35-54

39.1%

55-74

15.2%

75+

2.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Westville town Rankings in Indiana

#125 Population of 967

#465 Median Income of 967

#764 Education of 967

#330 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Westville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Rensselaer city	5,369	$61,648	$149,100	17.7%	7.5%
Alexandria city	5,145	$60,616	$92,700	15.1%	12.3%
Tipton city	5,255	$64,709	$148,800	23.2%	18.1%
Winchester city	4,912	$60,833	$97,000	10.0%	13.9%
Lawrenceburg city	5,155	$52,778	$191,400	26.7%	10.7%

Population Overview

Westville town is a small city located in Indiana. The total population is 5,291. It ranks as the 125th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Westville town is 38.0 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 8.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Westville town is $59,732. This is 15% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 10.8%. This is 150% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $152,000. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Westville town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Westville town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.4% vs 9.1%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

5.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 75.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Westville town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Westville town, Indiana?

Westville town, Indiana has a population of 5,291 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Westville town, IN?

The median household income in Westville town is $59,732, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Westville town, IN?

The poverty rate in Westville town is 9.5%. This means approximately 173 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Westville town, Indiana?

Westville town's population is 65.5% White, 27.4% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Westville town, IN?

The median home value in Westville town is $152,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Westville town, Indiana?

5.3% of adults (25+) in Westville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.