Lowell, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lowell, Indiana is 10,911 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 78th-largest city in Indiana. The median household income is $83,125, the median home value is $236,900, and the median age is 39.1.
The population has grown 22.9% since 2010 (9,314 → 11,449).
10,911
Population
1554
People / sq mi
$83,125
Median Income
$236,900
Median Home Value
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Lowell covers 7.0 sq mi of land at 1554 people per square mile.
About Lowell, IN
Homeownership is the standout figure in Lowell: 85.7% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Lowell is a city in Indiana with a population of 10,911.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $83,125 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $236,900, with typical rent around $1,222.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 22.1%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Lowell, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Lowell town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lowell town had a population of 9,314 in 2010 and 11,449 in 2024, a 22.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,449 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.50%.
11,449
Population (2024)
9,314
Population (2010)
11,449
Peak (2024)
1.50%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,314 |
| 2011 | 9,357 |
| 2012 | 9,352 |
| 2013 | 9,404 |
| 2014 | 9,437 |
| 2015 | 9,442 |
| 2016 | 9,521 |
| 2017 | 9,634 |
| 2018 | 9,741 |
| 2019 | 9,933 |
| 2020 | 10,704 |
| 2021 | 10,936 |
| 2022 | 11,125 |
| 2023 | 11,232 |
| 2024 | 11,449 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,125
Median Household Income
$37,335
Per Capita Income
3.2%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$236,900
Median Home Value
$1,222
Median Rent
85.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.1%
High School+
22.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
82.8%
Public Transit
7.7%
Work From Home
33.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
34.6%
Foreign Born
94.8%
Non-English at Home
9.9%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
93.0%
Health Insurance
94.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.1% |
| Construction | 18.1% |
| Manufacturing | 12.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.3% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.5% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lowell, Indiana has a population of 10,911 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 78th-largest city in Indiana.
The median household income in Lowell, Indiana is $83,125, with 3.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lowell, Indiana is $236,900, with median monthly rent at $1,222 and a homeownership rate of 85.7%.
The median age in Lowell, Indiana is 39.1 years. The population is 45.9% male and 54.1% female.
The population has grown 22.9% since 2010 (9,314 → 11,449).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.