Ingalls, IN — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Madison County · Indiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Ingalls based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
2,453
2023 ACS
Median Income
$72,330
2023
Median Home Value
$161,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,392
2023
Median Age
36.5
Unemployment
3.9%
Cost of Living Index
112.3
100 = national avg
Ingalls is a city in Madison County, Indiana, with a population of 2,453 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Ingalls is one of the communities in Indiana.
The median household income in Ingalls is $72,330, and the median home value is $161,000. The cost of living index is 112.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,392 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, and the median age is 36.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
2,453
Male
1,175
47.9%
Female
1,278
52.1%
Median Age
36.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.3%
High School or Higher
38.0%
Foreign Born
5.5%
Veterans
5.3%
Married
40.3%
Avg Household Size
3.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.329
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
80.7%
Foreign Born
5.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
8.6%
211 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
2,298
English Only
93.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
115 speakers
Limited English
4.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.6%
Limited English Proficiency
4.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
129
5.3% of population
Disability Rate
30.2%
39 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$51,563
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
118
91.5%
Female Veterans
11
8.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$51,563
Non-Veteran Income
$38,372
Difference
$13,191
34.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
39
Without Disability
90
Disability Rate
30.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,661
#1 Ancestry
German
25.2% (617)
#2 Ancestry
English
12.1% (297)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.7% (214)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
829
Family Households
630
76.0%
Married Couples
407
49.1%
Non-Family Households
199
24.0%
Single Mother Households
139
16.8%
Single Father Households
84
10.1%
Living Alone
149
18.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
619
In Married Couple
398
64.3%
With Single Mother
88
14.2%
With Single Father
133
21.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$76,250
Married Couple Income
$93,250
Single Mother Income
$42,313
Single Father Income
$59,583
Avg Family Size
3.0
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
59
Grandparents Responsible
33
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$72,330
-1% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,565
-23% vs national
Poverty Rate
8.7%
-36% vs national
Gini Index
0.3713
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.9%
-24% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.3%
of households
How Ingalls Compares
Ingalls vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Ingalls is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Ingalls, IN has a median household income of $72,330, making it the 11,315th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher median household income than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Ingalls, IN has a per capita income of $28,565, making it the 18,850th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher per capita income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Ingalls, IN has a poverty rate of 8.7%, making it the 18,404th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher poverty rate than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Ingalls, IN has a unemployment rate of 3.9%, making it the 14,761st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher unemployment rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Ingalls. The median household income here is $72,330.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
-13% vs IN avg
Labor Force
1,197
Employed
1,150
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.5
Work from Home
14.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$123.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
112.3
100 = national avg
+12.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,391
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,742
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,206
per month
The median household income in Ingalls, IN is $72,330, which is 1.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,565. The poverty rate of 8.7% is lower than the IN state average of 11.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3713, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 1,197. 9.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 112.3, which is 12.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 120.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,391 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$279,995
Median List Price
$319,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$177
Days on Market
23
Active Inventory
13
Months of Supply
2.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$172,298
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
66.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
5
New Listings
9
Pending Sales
6
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$177
Median List $/SF
$158
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Ingalls, IN? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area, home prices have risen 369.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 117.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 108.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN housing market rather than Ingalls alone.
Metro area: Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN
Ingalls vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Ingalls is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Ingalls, IN has a median home value of $161,000, making it the 15,536th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher median home value than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Ingalls, IN has a median rent of $1,392, making it the 4,842nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher median rent than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Ingalls, IN has a price per square foot of $177, making it the 9,987th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher price per square foot than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Ingalls, IN has a rent burden of 23.1%, making it the 5,074th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Ingalls has a higher rent burden than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$161,000
Median Rent
$1,392
Total Housing Units
910
Vacancy Rate
8.9%
Owner Occupied
80.3%
Renter Occupied
19.7%
Median Property Tax
$1,182
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,009
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,182
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
of home value
Median Home Value
$161,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,230
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,182) by the median home value ($161,000). In Ingalls, IN, this works out to an effective rate of 0.73%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Ingalls, IN is $279,995 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 23 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $177. The median rent is $1,392 per month (Census ACS). About 80.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2000. There are 910 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,182. The effective tax rate is 0.73%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Ingalls. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
77.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
76.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
49.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
67.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
21
Public Assistance
$4.2M
Individual Assistance
$1.6M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 23 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
257
Total Claims Paid
$3,217,162
Avg Claim Payout
$12,518
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$642,052
Properties Protected
35
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.73
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $635,012 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $7,040 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Ingalls has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, tornado, hail. The area has had 21 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (9 declarations). 257 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,188,571 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,642,873 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.4%
2.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
28.0%
4.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.6%
2.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
3.3pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.5%
Arthritis
24.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.0%
Loneliness
33.3%
Lack of Support
22.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.5%
Mobility
10.1%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
3.7%
Self-Care
2.8%
Independent Living
6.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Ingalls has an obesity rate of 33.4%, which is 2.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 28.0%, 4.5pp above the national average. About 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.3 mi
Ascension St Vincent Fishers
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Fishers | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Riverview Health | 9.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Hancock Regional Hospital | 11.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Anderson | 11.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital Of Anderson And Madison County | 12.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
7,600
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| INGALLS WATER COMPANY | 7,600 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.3%
-3% vs national
Work From Home
14.3%
+54% vs national
Carpool
8.9%
Walk
0.5%
How Ingalls's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2018)Fatalities
1
2018
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Alcohol-Related
1
100% of total
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Ingalls, IN covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.3% work from home, which is above the IN state average of 5.6%. 8.9% of workers carpool. In 2018, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
79.4%
of households
No Internet
7.4%
of households
Total Households
829
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.2%
of households
Smartphone
94.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.5%
of households
Tablet
72.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.8¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.4¢
per kWh
-20% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.2¢
per kWh
-31% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$133
residential
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Indiana averages 14.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $133. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Ingalls vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
7,600
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INGALLS WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 7,600 | 0 |
92.2% of households in Ingalls have broadband internet access. 79.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.4% of households have no internet access. 8.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 7,600 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Ingalls is located in Madison County, IN. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Ingalls.
Election Overview
Source: Madison County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
19,824
35.6%
GOP Votes
34,837
62.5%
Total Votes
55,716
Margin
R+26.9%
Shift from 2020
R+4.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19,824 | 34,837 | 55,716 | 35.6% | 62.5% | R+26.9 |
| 2020 | 19,524 | 31,215 | 51,793 | 37.7% | 60.3% | R+22.6 |
| 2016 | 18,595 | 32,376 | 53,660 | 34.6% | 60.3% | R+25.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Madison County recorded 55,716 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.5% of the vote compared to 35.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+26.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Madison County has shifted 1.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
12.2
nonprofits
-94.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1972
ruling year
Newest Org
2020
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Ingalls, IN has 3 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 12.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1972.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$30K
Jobs Supported
10
Per 10K Residents
8.2
SBA loans
-93.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
2
Top Lender
VelocitySBA, LLC
1 loans
Top Industry
Transportation & Warehousing
Data Span
2006–2007
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$30K
Avg Loan
$15,000
Median Loan
$15,000
SBA Guaranteed
$19K(62%)
Jobs Supported
10
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charles K. Whetsel | 1 | $20K |
| Romine Trucking | 1 | $10K |
Ingalls, IN has received 2 SBA loans totaling $30K in approved funding between 2006 and 2007. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 10 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Transportation & Warehousing. The most active SBA lender in Ingalls is VelocitySBA, LLC with 1 loans. That works out to 8.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
195,806
Avg Median Income
-$60,518,680
Avg Home Value
-$60,358,724
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46013 | 17,616 | $49,557 | $120,400 | $891 | 20.9 |
| 46037 | 46,976 | $137,969 | $403,000 | $1,463 | 20.1 |
| 46040 | 17,891 | $144,834 | $433,800 | $1,344 | 31.5 |
| 46048 | 2,209 | $69,423 | $142,200 | $1,392 | 0.8 |
| 46051 | 2,857 | $77,411 | $190,700 | $1,253 | 15.5 |
| 46055 | 15,027 | $116,811 | $326,300 | $1,596 | 26.3 |
| 46060 | 47,514 | $91,141 | $292,400 | $1,215 | 80.6 |
| 46064 | 17,730 | $92,012 | $256,500 | $1,121 | 66.8 |
| 46154 | 175 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 46186 | 1,762 | $64,500 | $273,600 | $615 | 27.9 |
| 46236 | 26,049 | $117,530 | $281,800 | $1,750 | 10.5 |
Ingalls, IN has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 195,806. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$60,518,680. The average median home value is -$60,358,724. The average median monthly rent is -$60,604,911.
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