Whitley County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Whitley County is located in Indiana with a total population of 34,388. It is the 47th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Whitley County is 41.8 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Whitley County is $75,790. This is 8% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $205,200. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Whitley County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Whitley County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 92.1%.