Muncie, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Muncie, Indiana is 64,739 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Indiana. The median household income is $43,395, the median home value is $92,000, and the median age is 29.5.
The population has declined 6.9% since 2010 (70,193 → 65,320).
64,739
Population
2362
People / sq mi
$43,395
Median Income
$92,000
Median Home Value
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Muncie covers 27.4 sq mi of land at 2362 people per square mile.
About Muncie, IN
Housing cost is the defining feature of Muncie: the median home is valued at $92,000. With 64,739 residents, Muncie is a city in Indiana. It ranks #12 among cities in Indiana by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $43,395, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 17.5%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $92,000, with typical rent around $867.
Roughly 25.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Muncie city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Muncie city had a population of 70,193 in 2010 and 65,320 in 2024, a -6.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 70,406 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.51%.
65,320
Population (2024)
70,193
Population (2010)
70,406
Peak (2011)
-0.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 70,193 |
| 2011 | 70,406 |
| 2012 | 69,757 |
| 2013 | 69,710 |
| 2014 | 69,606 |
| 2015 | 69,121 |
| 2016 | 69,148 |
| 2017 | 68,854 |
| 2018 | 68,115 |
| 2019 | 67,999 |
| 2020 | 65,100 |
| 2021 | 65,195 |
| 2022 | 65,163 |
| 2023 | 65,145 |
| 2024 | 65,320 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.7% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$43,395
Median Household Income
$24,582
Per Capita Income
17.5%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$92,000
Median Home Value
$867
Median Rent
51.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.0%
High School+
25.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
72.4%
Public Transit
5.8%
Work From Home
19.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.3%
Foreign Born
95.1%
Non-English at Home
4.6%
Veterans
21.3%
With Disability
91.8%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.2% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Muncie, Indiana has a population of 64,739 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Indiana.
The median household income in Muncie, Indiana is $43,395, with 17.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Muncie, Indiana is $92,000, with median monthly rent at $867 and a homeownership rate of 51.5%.
The median age in Muncie, Indiana is 29.5 years. The population is 47.0% male and 53.0% female.
The population has declined 6.9% since 2010 (70,193 → 65,320).
Muncie city, IN Climate
Muncie city, IN has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 963 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
963
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 24° | 52 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 54 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 85 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 94 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 98 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 97 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 97 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 90 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 75 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 65 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 79 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 77 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 Muncie city, IN
The most comfortable months to visit Muncie city, IN are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.