Richmond, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Richmond, Indiana is 35,551 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Indiana. The median household income is $46,395, the median home value is $107,600, and the median age is 38.1.
The population has declined 3.2% since 2010 (36,721 → 35,561).
35,551
Population
1465
People / sq mi
$46,395
Median Income
$107,600
Median Home Value
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Richmond covers 24.3 sq mi of land at 1465 people per square mile.
About Richmond, IN
Housing cost is the defining feature of Richmond: the median home is valued at $107,600. Richmond is a city in Indiana with a population of 35,551. It ranks #28 among cities in Indiana by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $46,395, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 17.9%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $107,600, with typical rent around $815.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 4.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Richmond city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Richmond city had a population of 36,721 in 2010 and 35,561 in 2024, a -3.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,721 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.23%.
35,561
Population (2024)
36,721
Population (2010)
36,721
Peak (2010)
-0.23%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 36,721 |
| 2011 | 36,681 |
| 2012 | 36,453 |
| 2013 | 36,210 |
| 2014 | 35,984 |
| 2015 | 35,814 |
| 2016 | 35,651 |
| 2017 | 35,443 |
| 2018 | 35,400 |
| 2019 | 35,342 |
| 2020 | 35,725 |
| 2021 | 35,661 |
| 2022 | 35,583 |
| 2023 | 35,533 |
| 2024 | 35,561 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.9% |
| Black or African American | 6.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$46,395
Median Household Income
$27,860
Per Capita Income
17.9%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$107,600
Median Home Value
$815
Median Rent
57.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.7%
High School+
20.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
78.7%
Public Transit
4.1%
Work From Home
18.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.6%
Foreign Born
93.7%
Non-English at Home
7.2%
Veterans
21.0%
With Disability
88.3%
Health Insurance
91.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.8% |
| Manufacturing | 18.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 3.7% |
| Information | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Richmond, Indiana has a population of 35,551 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Indiana.
The median household income in Richmond, Indiana is $46,395, with 17.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Richmond, Indiana is $107,600, with median monthly rent at $815 and a homeownership rate of 57.5%.
The median age in Richmond, Indiana is 38.1 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has declined 3.2% since 2010 (36,721 → 35,561).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.