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Huntington, IN Micro Area

Huntington, IN · Micro Area

36,798Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Fort Wayne-Huntington-Auburn, IN combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$66,301
Median home value
$161,600
Land area
383 sq mi
96 people per sq mi

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Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Huntington County, INCentral36,798$66,301$161,600

Largest cities and towns

17 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Huntington (Township), IN—20,367$59,619
Huntington, INCity17,030$56,520
Jackson, IN—4,146$77,379
Salamonie, IN—2,379$70,950
Clear Creek, IN—2,146$85,461
Roanoke, INTown1,940$71,488
Dallas, IN—1,884$77,727
Union, IN—1,422$102,763
Lancaster, IN—1,333$88,182
Warren, INTown1,274$67,885
Rock Creek, IN—1,187$77,100
Andrews, INTown1,038$49,500
Jefferson, IN—667$68,375
Warren (Township), IN—649$100,179
Wayne, IN—314$93,906
Polk, IN—304$92,656
Mount Etna, INTown112$58,125

Also in the Fort Wayne-Huntington-Auburn, IN combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
9.9%
Unemployment
3.5%
College Educated
21.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$66,301
Mean Household Income
$83,629

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
50.0%
Female
50.0%

Population Split

Male50.0%
Female50.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German28.1%
Irish12.5%
English11.0%
Scottish2.1%
Mexican2.1%
Italian1.7%
Polish1.7%
French1.6%
African0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

1.5%Foreign Born
98.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized36.0%
Non-Citizen64.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later52.1%
Before 201047.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
16,340
Median Rent
$879/mo
Median Home Value
$161,600
Median Year Built
1966

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
8,010
College Enrollment
22.0%
High School
22.8%
College Educated
21.3%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
22.0 min
Drive Alone Rate
78.2%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
7.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
21.6%
18-34 Years
21.6%
35-64 Years
38.1%
65+ Years
18.7%

Population Composition

Under 1821.6%
18-3421.6%
35-6438.1%
65+18.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
50.5%
Single Parent
5.6%
Living Alone
27.0%
Avg Size
2.30

Household Types

Married Couples50.5%
Single Parent5.6%
Living Alone27.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$34,854
SNAP Usage
11.0%
Health Insurance
94.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k12.2%
$25k - $50k22.8%
$50k - $100k36.2%
$100k+28.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
25.4%
Retail Trade
11.1%
Education & Health Care
21.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
87.4%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
94.0%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
88.7
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
204.7
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.