Bloomington, IN Census Data
The 7th largest city in Indiana by population · 21 cities ranked
Bloomington is the 7th largest city in Indiana by population and ranks 16th of 21 for median household income. With 78,791 residents, its poverty rate of 30.5% ranks among the higher rates in Indiana. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
78,791
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
24.9
13.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$48,918
$29,620 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
60.0%
25.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 95.4%
Poverty Rate
30.5%
18.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.2%
Broadband Access
95.9%
6.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$289,700
Median rent: $1,160 · 35% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.2%
Labor force participation: 55.2%
Per Capita Income
$19,998
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.6%
Disability rate: 9.8%
How Bloomington Compares to Other Indiana Cities
Rankings among all 21 Indiana cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 21 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 16th of 21 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 20th of 21 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 4th of 21 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 5th of 21 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Bloomington, IN Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bloomington, IN?
The population of Bloomington, IN is 78,791 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 24.9 years.
What is the median household income in Bloomington?
The median household income in Bloomington, IN is $48,918, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $19,998.
What is the poverty rate in Bloomington?
The poverty rate in Bloomington, IN is 30.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bloomington residents have a college degree?
60.0% of adults (25+) in Bloomington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 95.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Bloomington?
The median home value in Bloomington, IN is $289,700. Median rent is $1,160 per month, with 35% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bloomington?
Bloomington's population is 77.8% White, 4.8% Black, 5.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 10.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bloomington rank among Indiana cities?
Bloomington is the 7th largest city in Indiana by population, the 16th highest for median household income, the 20th lowest for poverty rate, the 4th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 21 ranked Indiana cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bloomington?
The unemployment rate in Bloomington, IN is 6.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.2%. Per capita income is $19,998.
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