Madison, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Madison, Indiana is 12,277 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest city in Indiana. The median household income is $57,050, the median home value is $186,600, and the median age is 45.0.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (11,959 → 12,108).
12,277
Population
1421
People / sq mi
$57,050
Median Income
$186,600
Median Home Value
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Madison covers 8.6 sq mi of land at 1421 people per square mile.
About Madison, IN
Madison skews on age — the median resident is 45.0, older than the national median. Madison is a city in Indiana with a population of 12,277.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $57,050, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $186,600, with typical rent around $827.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 20.8%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.2% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Madison — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Madison city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Madison city had a population of 11,959 in 2010 and 12,108 in 2024, a 1.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,336 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.10%.
12,108
Population (2024)
11,959
Population (2010)
12,336
Peak (2020)
0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,959 |
| 2011 | 11,929 |
| 2012 | 11,986 |
| 2013 | 11,949 |
| 2014 | 11,985 |
| 2015 | 11,917 |
| 2016 | 11,822 |
| 2017 | 11,705 |
| 2018 | 11,839 |
| 2019 | 11,861 |
| 2020 | 12,336 |
| 2021 | 12,315 |
| 2022 | 12,181 |
| 2023 | 12,153 |
| 2024 | 12,108 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.3% |
| Black or African American | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$57,050
Median Household Income
$33,904
Per Capita Income
8.9%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$186,600
Median Home Value
$827
Median Rent
58.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
20.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
84.2%
Public Transit
6.2%
Work From Home
20.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.2%
Foreign Born
97.3%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
22.7%
With Disability
90.8%
Health Insurance
89.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 24.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Construction | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madison, Indiana has a population of 12,277 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest city in Indiana.
The median household income in Madison, Indiana is $57,050, with 8.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Madison, Indiana is $186,600, with median monthly rent at $827 and a homeownership rate of 58.3%.
The median age in Madison, Indiana is 45.0 years. The population is 44.8% male and 55.2% female.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (11,959 → 12,108).
Madison city, IN Climate
Madison city, IN has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F) and receives about 1167 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12°C
Avg Temp
1167
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 29° | 77 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 74 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 107 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 113 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 124 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 109 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 110 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 103 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 78 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 82 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 97 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 93 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Madison city, IN
The most comfortable months to visit Madison city, IN are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.