Wheeler, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wheeler, Indiana had a total population of 283, the 628th largest community in Indiana. 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
- Only 6.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Wheeler Quick Facts
How Wheeler 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 | 135 | 283 | +109.6% |
| Median home value | $143,200 | $202,300 | +41.3% |
How Wheeler 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+)
Wheeler Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Porter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portage | 38,082 | $76,276 | 11.6% | $224,200 |
| Valparaiso | 34,733 | $69,872 | 14.9% | $267,300 |
| Chesterton | 14,446 | $91,060 | 9.3% | $300,900 |
| South Haven | 7,241 | $76,003 | 12.7% | $178,200 |
| Porter | 5,217 | $74,542 | 10.5% | $267,700 |
| Hebron | 3,976 | $73,812 | 6.3% | $202,800 |
| Shorewood Forest | 3,263 | $165,972 | 8.6% | $479,100 |
| Kouts | 2,372 | $77,607 | 4.2% | $235,400 |
| Burns Harbor | 2,155 | $98,500 | 11.5% | $241,500 |
| Salt Creek Commons | 1,843 | $94,167 | 8.4% | $198,300 |
Cities Similar to Wheeler
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oswego | 283 | $58,190 | $238,100 | 45.4% | 0.0% |
| Lake Holiday Hideaway | 284 | $70,075 | $107,300 | 3.6% | 0.0% |
| South Milford | 284 | $117,250 | $184,700 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
| Lewisville | 282 | $50,208 | $114,300 | 10.9% | 23.8% |
| Norway | 282 | $39,286 | $106,000 | 7.5% | 15.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 283, Wheeler'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
Wheeler is a small community located in Indiana, within Porter County. The total population is 283. It ranks as the 628th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wheeler is 47.7 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wheeler, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $202,300. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $218,200. 92.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Wheeler was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
6.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wheeler, 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 Wheeler, Indiana?
Wheeler, Indiana has a population of 283 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wheeler, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wheeler — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wheeler, IN?
The poverty rate in Wheeler is 7.1%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wheeler, Indiana?
Wheeler's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wheeler, IN?
The median home value in Wheeler is $202,300.
How educated is Wheeler, Indiana?
6.3% of adults (25+) in Wheeler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.