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Houses by Year Built

59,075

Housing units (2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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Houses by Year Built
<19401940s1950s1960s1970s1980s1990s2000s2010s
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Single Family Housing Units by Year Built

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

    The source for Total Housing Units is the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Averages. The source for Year Built is either ACS (cities and towns) or Indiana Department of Local Government and Finance (all other geographies).

  • LIMITATIONS:

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-Yr Averages/Indiana Department of Local Government and Finance via IBRC

  • ABOUT:

    City/Town data: The Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) is responsible for ensuring property tax assessment and local government budgeting are carried out in accordance with Indiana law. The Department is charged with publishing property tax assessment rules and annually reviewing and approving the tax rates and levies of every political subdivision in the state, including all counties, cities, towns, townships, school corporations, libraries, and other entities with tax levy authority. IDLGF provides data related to parcels, dwellings, real estate sales and taxes. Historical data are available beginning in 2002 for all 92 Indiana counties. Tax data begin in 2003 and sales data begin in 2004. Tract,County data: The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-Yr Averages/Indiana Department of Local Government and Finance via IBRC

    City/Town data: The Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) is responsible for ensuring property tax assessment and local government budgeting are carried out in accordance with Indiana law. The Department is charged with publishing property tax assessment rules and annually reviewing and approving the tax rates and levies of every political subdivision in the state, including all counties, cities, towns, townships, school corporations, libraries, and other entities with tax levy authority. IDLGF provides data related to parcels, dwellings, real estate sales and taxes. Historical data are available beginning in 2002 for all 92 Indiana counties. Tax data begin in 2003 and sales data begin in 2004. Tract,County data: The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Population by Age

130,949

Total population (2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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Population by Age
0510152025303540455055606570758085+
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Population counts by age category.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    The age distribution shows which age categories are present in an area. By comparing to the county or the region, you can understand which ages are under-represented or over-represented. Age distribution also tells you about how the population might change through time. For example, a large number of children under 5 years old suggests that, in 10-15 years, there will be more demand for high school capacity. Or, a large number of adults 50-60 years old suggests that, in 15-20 years, many people will retire from the workforce and have changing needs as they age.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-year Averages

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Population

130,949

people (2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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Population Over Time
Total Population20102023129,455131,445
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Population of the assessment area

  • IMPORTANCE:

    The total population count often underlies other metrics. It can be used to give relative proportions between areas.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-year Averages

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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People of Color

17%

of total population (2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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People of Color as Pct. of Total Population
IndianaMetroMadisonMadison County2010202313.3%31.7%
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Percent of population that is not “non-Hispanic Caucasian”

  • IMPORTANCE:

    This metric describes the racial and ethnic diversity of a given area.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

    In addition to the percentage of minority populations, other categories can be broken down by race to see employment status, poverty level, gender, and educational attainment for this population.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    The US Census separates and classifies racial and ethnic categories as separate (racial categories include racial and national-origin groups) which may not accurately reflect how an individual would identify themselves.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-year Averages

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Median Household Income

$62,632

(2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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Median Household Income
IndianaMetroMadisonMadison County20102023$43,120$77,065
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    The median income of households: the amount at which half of the households in the area have more income and half have less income.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    Median income indicates the generally "average" income in an area. It is one of the most common indicators of economic status of an area.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-year Averages

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Median Age

40.8

years (2023)

This indicator is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
This indicator is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is above average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.
Change in the past five years is below average compared to similar geographies in Central Indiana.

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Median Age
IndianaMetroMadisonMadison County201020233641
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    The median age of the population; the age at which half of the population in the area is older and half is younger.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    Median age is a measure of relative age of a population. There can be issues within a society that had a preponderance of older or younger people as it puts more pressure on working age adults to support those people who are typically not in the labor force.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • SOURCE NAME:

    American Community Survey 5-year Averages

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Houses by Year Built

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Pre 1939 12671 29.5% 12671 29.5%
1940-1949 3620 8.4% 3620 8.4%
1950-1959 7513 17.5% 7513 17.5%
1960-1969 6936 16.2% 6936 16.2%
1970-1979 4461 10.4% 4461 10.4%
1980-1989 1078 2.5% 1078 2.5%
1990-1999 2444 5.7% 2444 5.7%
2000-2009 2807 6.5% 2807 6.5%
2010 or Later 741 1.7% 741 1.7%
Pre 1939 12671 29.5% 12671 29.5%
1940-1949 3620 8.4% 3620 8.4%
1950-1959 7513 17.5% 7513 17.5%
1960-1969 6936 16.2% 6936 16.2%
1970-1979 4461 10.4% 4461 10.4%
1980-1989 1078 2.5% 1078 2.5%
1990-1999 2444 5.7% 2444 5.7%
2000-2009 2807 6.5% 2807 6.5%
2010 or Later 741 1.7% 741 1.7%
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Single Family Housing Units by Year Built

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

    The source for Total Housing Units is the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Averages. The source for Year Built is either ACS (cities and towns) or Indiana Department of Local Government and Finance (all other geographies).

  • LIMITATIONS:

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    City/Town data: The Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) is responsible for ensuring property tax assessment and local government budgeting are carried out in accordance with Indiana law. The Department is charged with publishing property tax assessment rules and annually reviewing and approving the tax rates and levies of every political subdivision in the state, including all counties, cities, towns, townships, school corporations, libraries, and other entities with tax levy authority. IDLGF provides data related to parcels, dwellings, real estate sales and taxes. Historical data are available beginning in 2002 for all 92 Indiana counties. Tax data begin in 2003 and sales data begin in 2004. Tract,County data: The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-Yr Averages/Indiana Department of Local Government and Finance via IBRC

    City/Town data: The Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) is responsible for ensuring property tax assessment and local government budgeting are carried out in accordance with Indiana law. The Department is charged with publishing property tax assessment rules and annually reviewing and approving the tax rates and levies of every political subdivision in the state, including all counties, cities, towns, townships, school corporations, libraries, and other entities with tax levy authority. IDLGF provides data related to parcels, dwellings, real estate sales and taxes. Historical data are available beginning in 2002 for all 92 Indiana counties. Tax data begin in 2003 and sales data begin in 2004. Tract,County data: The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Population by Age

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Age 0-4 7,096 7,096 133,713 411,823
Age 5-9 7,348 7,348 143,334 438,092
Age 10-14 8,581 8,581 151,275 462,851
Age 15-19 8,243 8,243 139,734 473,339
Age 20-24 7,748 7,748 130,907 466,343
Age 25-34 16,908 16,908 300,614 891,660
Age 35-44 16,383 16,383 288,092 860,091
Age 45-54 16,793 16,793 260,735 822,538
Age 55-64 17,495 17,495 258,691 868,712
Age 65-74 14,344 14,344 187,132 671,556
Age 75-84 7,246 7,246 83,081 317,270
Age 85+ 2,764 2,764 33,664 127,477
Age 0-4 7,096 7,096 133,713 411,823
Age 5-9 7,348 7,348 143,334 438,092
Age 10-14 8,581 8,581 151,275 462,851
Age 15-19 8,243 8,243 139,734 473,339
Age 20-24 7,748 7,748 130,907 466,343
Age 25-34 16,908 16,908 300,614 891,660
Age 35-44 16,383 16,383 288,092 860,091
Age 45-54 16,793 16,793 260,735 822,538
Age 55-64 17,495 17,495 258,691 868,712
Age 65-74 14,344 14,344 187,132 671,556
Age 75-84 7,246 7,246 83,081 317,270
Age 85+ 2,764 2,764 33,664 127,477
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About This Data

  • DESCRIPTION:

    Population counts by age category.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    The age distribution shows which age categories are present in an area. By comparing to the county or the region, you can understand which ages are under-represented or over-represented. Age distribution also tells you about how the population might change through time. For example, a large number of children under 5 years old suggests that, in 10-15 years, there will be more demand for high school capacity. Or, a large number of adults 50-60 years old suggests that, in 15-20 years, many people will retire from the workforce and have changing needs as they age.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Population

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Total 130,949 130,949 2,106,327 6,811,752
Asian (Non-Hispanic) 788 1% 788 1% 80,151 4% 171,292 3%
Black (Non-Hispanic) 8,195 6% 8,195 6% 314,909 15% 621,991 9%
Hispanic 6,724 5% 6,724 5% 181,737 9% 569,410 8%
White (Non-Hispanic) 108,194 83% 108,194 83% 1,439,237 68% 5,184,070 76%
Female 64,907 50% 64,907 50% 1,071,536 51% 3,434,741 50%
Male 66,042 50% 66,042 50% 1,034,791 49% 3,377,011 50%
Total 130,949 130,949 2,106,327 6,811,752
Asian (Non-Hispanic) 788 1% 788 1% 80,151 4% 171,292 3%
Black (Non-Hispanic) 8,195 6% 8,195 6% 314,909 15% 621,991 9%
Hispanic 6,724 5% 6,724 5% 181,737 9% 569,410 8%
White (Non-Hispanic) 108,194 83% 108,194 83% 1,439,237 68% 5,184,070 76%
Female 64,907 50% 64,907 50% 1,071,536 51% 3,434,741 50%
Male 66,042 50% 66,042 50% 1,034,791 49% 3,377,011 50%
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  • DESCRIPTION:

    Population of the assessment area

  • IMPORTANCE:

    The total population count often underlies other metrics. It can be used to give relative proportions between areas.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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People of Color

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Total 22,755 17% 22,755 17% 667,090 32% 1,627,682 24%
Female 10,356 16% 10,356 16% 340,866 32% 817,409 24%
Male 12,399 19% 12,399 19% 326,224 32% 810,273 24%
Under 5 Years 1,762 25% 1,762 25% 58,933 44% 138,677 34%
Under 18 Years 6,925 25% 6,925 25% 217,356 42% 520,846 33%
18-64 Years 13,685 17% 13,685 17% 400,168 31% 975,764 24%
65 Years and Over 2,145 9% 2,145 9% 49,566 16% 131,072 12%
Total 22,755 17% 22,755 17% 667,090 32% 1,627,682 24%
Female 10,356 16% 10,356 16% 340,866 32% 817,409 24%
Male 12,399 19% 12,399 19% 326,224 32% 810,273 24%
Under 5 Years 1,762 25% 1,762 25% 58,933 44% 138,677 34%
Under 18 Years 6,925 25% 6,925 25% 217,356 42% 520,846 33%
18-64 Years 13,685 17% 13,685 17% 400,168 31% 975,764 24%
65 Years and Over 2,145 9% 2,145 9% 49,566 16% 131,072 12%
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  • DESCRIPTION:

    Percent of population that is not “non-Hispanic Caucasian”

  • IMPORTANCE:

    This metric describes the racial and ethnic diversity of a given area.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

    In addition to the percentage of minority populations, other categories can be broken down by race to see employment status, poverty level, gender, and educational attainment for this population.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    The US Census separates and classifies racial and ethnic categories as separate (racial categories include racial and national-origin groups) which may not accurately reflect how an individual would identify themselves.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Median Household Income

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Median Household Income (All Households) $62,632 $62,632 $77,065 $70,051
Asian Households $52,388 $52,388 $100,256 $82,077
Black Households $31,720 $31,720 $48,318 $45,022
Hispanic Households $62,429 $62,429 $65,760 $62,642
White Households (Non-Hispanic) $64,975 $64,975 $85,944 $73,905
Median Household Income (All Households) $62,632 $62,632 $77,065 $70,051
Asian Households $52,388 $52,388 $100,256 $82,077
Black Households $31,720 $31,720 $48,318 $45,022
Hispanic Households $62,429 $62,429 $65,760 $62,642
White Households (Non-Hispanic) $64,975 $64,975 $85,944 $73,905
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  • DESCRIPTION:

    The median income of households: the amount at which half of the households in the area have more income and half have less income.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    Median income indicates the generally "average" income in an area. It is one of the most common indicators of economic status of an area.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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Median Age

MY AREACOUNTYMETROSTATE
Indicator Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate Count Rate
Total 41 41 37 38
Asian 42 42 34 32
Black 37 37 33 33
Hispanic 23 23 25 26
White 43 43 40 41
Total 41 41 37 38
Asian 42 42 34 32
Black 37 37 33 33
Hispanic 23 23 25 26
White 43 43 40 41
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  • DESCRIPTION:

    The median age of the population; the age at which half of the population in the area is older and half is younger.

  • IMPORTANCE:

    Median age is a measure of relative age of a population. There can be issues within a society that had a preponderance of older or younger people as it puts more pressure on working age adults to support those people who are typically not in the labor force.

  • LIMITATIONS:

    U.S. Census tract and blockgroup geographies changed in 2020. In an effort to align prior year data to the new geographies, The Polis Center used a weighting methodology to estimate the values for those years.

    2023 Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Beginning with 2023 ACS data, the Indianapolis MSA definition changed. Putnam County was removed and Tipton county was added. Even though the map displays the old definition, the numbers represent the new definition for data years 2023+.

    It should also be noted that the margin of error (MOE) for ACS 5-Year Average Estimate data for 2020 at the tract and blockgroup level is unusually high for some data. Caution should be used when comparing across time at those geographic levels.

    There are several challenges involved in dealing with American Community Survey data.

    • Multi-year averages. ACS data presented here is derived from 5-year averages and presents the datayear as the last year of the 5-year average. For example, when we present a datayear of "2012" for ACS data it is actually referring to the 2008-2012 5-year average.

    • Margins-of-error. ACS data are based on much smaller samples than decennial long form data and as a result margins of error are much larger.

  • ABOUT:

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.

  • This data comes from:

  • American Community Survey 5-year Averages

    The American Community Survey (ACS) is a US Census Bureau program designed to supplement the decennial census. ACS replaced long-form (SF3) census data beginning with the 2010 Census. The advantage of ACS data is that it is released annually and is therefore more up-to-date than decennial census data. Disadvantages include the fact that since the estimates are based on smaller sample sizes that decennial census data, margins-of-error must be considered when using the data.

    See the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey web site, http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/ , and technical documentation for each release of data for a complete discussion of assumptions concerning ACS data.


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