Muncie, IN Census Data
The 12th largest city in Indiana by population · 21 cities ranked
Muncie is the 12th largest city in Indiana by population and ranks 19th of 21 for median household income. With 64,739 residents, its poverty rate of 29.6% 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
64,739
47.0% male · 53.0% female
Median Age
29.5
9.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$43,395
$35,143 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.7%
9.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.0%
Poverty Rate
29.6%
17.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.2%
Broadband Access
94.6%
4.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$92,000
Median rent: $867 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.6%
Labor force participation: 53.0%
Per Capita Income
$20,723
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.6%
Disability rate: 21.3%
How Muncie Compares to Other Indiana Cities
Rankings among all 21 Indiana cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 12th of 21 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 19th of 21 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 21 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 13th of 21 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 20th of 21 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Muncie, IN Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Muncie, IN?
The population of Muncie, IN is 64,739 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 29.5 years.
What is the median household income in Muncie?
The median household income in Muncie, IN is $43,395, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $20,723.
What is the poverty rate in Muncie?
The poverty rate in Muncie, IN is 29.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Muncie residents have a college degree?
25.7% of adults (25+) in Muncie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.0% 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 Muncie?
The median home value in Muncie, IN is $92,000. Median rent is $867 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Muncie?
Muncie's population is 80.7% White, 8.3% Black, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Muncie rank among Indiana cities?
Muncie is the 12th largest city in Indiana by population, the 19th highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 13th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 21 ranked Indiana cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Muncie?
The unemployment rate in Muncie, IN is 8.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 53.0%. Per capita income is $20,723.
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