White County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

White County is located in Indiana with a total population of 24,709. It is the 62nd most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in White County is 42.5 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in White County is $66,143. This is 6% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $163,000. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, White County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

White County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 90.3%.