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Population Review

Allen County, Indiana Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 3rd-largest in Indiana

The population of Allen County, Indiana is 388,791 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-largest county in Indiana. The median household income is $68,839, the median home value is $194,300, and the median age is 36.2.

The population of Allen County has grown 12.2% since 2010 (355,956 → 399,295), a +0.82% annualized rate.

Allen County within Indiana · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

388,791

Population

+0.82%

Annual growth

592

People / sq mi

$68,839

Median Income

$194,300

Median Home Value

Allen County covers 657 sq mi of land at 591.6 people per square mile.

About Allen County, IN

Allen County is a county in Indiana with a population of 388,791. It ranks #3 among counties in Indiana by population. The median age is 36.2, younger than the national median. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

The median household income in Allen County is $68,839, below the US median of $74,580. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $194,300, with monthly rent averaging $976. The homeownership rate of 69.1% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Allen County reflects 31.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.7 minutes each way.

Allen County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Allen County had a population of 355,956 in 2010 and 399,295 in 2024, a 12.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 399,295 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.82%.

2024 · 399K20102024

399,295

Population (2024)

355,956

Population (2010)

399,295

Peak (2024)

0.82%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010355,956
2011359,013
2012360,946
2013363,432
2014365,254
2015367,508
2016369,526
2017371,803
2018375,076
2019379,006
2020386,123
2021389,220
2022392,119
2023395,131
2024399,295

Race & Ethnicity

White72.7%
Black or African American10.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

36.2

Median Age

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Male

15.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.8%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
7.3%
15–19
6.9%
20–24
6.5%
25–34
14.1%
35–44
12.7%
45–54
11.7%
55–59
6.0%
60–64
5.8%
65–74
9.3%
75–84
4.2%
85+
1.8%

Children (under 15): 21.1% · Seniors (65+): 15.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$68,839$-1,212 vs state
Mean household income$90,889
Per-capita income$36,432
Poverty rate9.2%+0.8% vs state
Unemployment rate3.1%
Employment-to-population63.3%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
24.6%
Manufacturing
18.7%
Finance & real estate
8.2%
Education & health care
7.8%
Information
6.5%
Construction
5.7%
Retail trade
5.4%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.8%

The largest employment sector in Allen County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.6% of workers.

How residents commute

0.8%

Drive alone

1.2%

Carpool

79.1%

Public transit

8.3%

Work from home

21.7 min

Avg commute

Housing

$194,300$-7,300 vs state

Median home value

$976

Median rent

69.1%

Homeownership rate

164,456

Total housing units

93.8%

Occupied

6.2%

Vacant

30.9%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.8%

With health insurance

94.8%

With broadband internet

24.1%

Foreign-born

6.6%

Veterans (18+)

12.3%

With a disability

87.5%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

90.3%

High School+

31.1%

Bachelor's+

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Common questions about Allen County, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

Allen County, Indiana has a population of 388,791 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-largest county in Indiana. Population density is 592 people per square mile.

The population of Allen County has grown 12.2% since 2010 (355,956 → 399,295), a +0.82% annualized rate.

The median household income in Allen County, Indiana is $68,839, with mean (average) household income of $90,889 and per-capita income of $36,432. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Allen County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (72.7%), Black or African American (10.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Allen County, Indiana is 36.2 years. Residents are 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

The median home value in Allen County is $194,300 and median monthly rent is $976. 69.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 164,456 total housing units, 6.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Allen County, Indiana is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

Indianapolis is among the largest cities associated with Allen County, Indiana, with a population of 882,043.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.