Daviess County, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 48th-largest in Indiana
The population of Daviess County, Indiana is 33,442 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 48th-largest county in Indiana. The median household income is $68,561, the median home value is $187,500, and the median age is 34.7.
The population of Daviess County has grown 7.5% since 2010 (31,721 → 34,097), a +0.52% annualized rate.
33,442
Population
+0.52%
Annual growth
78
People / sq mi
$68,561
Median Income
$187,500
Median Home Value
Daviess County covers 430 sq mi of land at 77.9 people per square mile.
About Daviess County, IN
Daviess County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.5% of the population. Daviess County is a county in Indiana with a population of 33,442. It ranks #48 among counties in Indiana by population.
The typical household here earns about $68,561, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $187,500, with typical rent around $837.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 15.1%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Daviess County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Daviess County had a population of 31,721 in 2010 and 34,097 in 2024, a 7.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 34,097 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.52%.
34,097
Population (2024)
31,721
Population (2010)
34,097
Peak (2024)
0.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 31,721 |
| 2011 | 31,952 |
| 2012 | 32,113 |
| 2013 | 32,274 |
| 2014 | 32,671 |
| 2015 | 32,819 |
| 2016 | 33,000 |
| 2017 | 33,127 |
| 2018 | 33,314 |
| 2019 | 33,439 |
| 2020 | 33,368 |
| 2021 | 33,410 |
| 2022 | 33,613 |
| 2023 | 33,801 |
| 2024 | 34,097 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
34.7
Median Age
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Male
15.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 24.6% · Seniors (65+): 15.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $68,561$-1,490 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,989 |
| Per-capita income | $29,952 |
| Poverty rate | 7.5%-0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Daviess County is manufacturing, accounting for 21.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
3.3%
Carpool
68.4%
Public transit
5.4%
Work from home
22.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$187,500$-14,100 vs state
Median home value
$837
Median rent
71.5%
Homeownership rate
12,781
Total housing units
90.5%
Occupied
9.5%
Vacant
28.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
76.4%
With health insurance
85.8%
With broadband internet
12.5%
Foreign-born
6.2%
Veterans (18+)
13.9%
With a disability
79.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
77.2%
High School+
15.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Daviess County, Indiana has a population of 33,442 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 48th-largest county in Indiana. Population density is 78 people per square mile.
The population of Daviess County has grown 7.5% since 2010 (31,721 → 34,097), a +0.52% annualized rate.
The median household income in Daviess County, Indiana is $68,561, with mean (average) household income of $85,989 and per-capita income of $29,952. 7.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Daviess County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.3%), Black or African American (1.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Daviess County, Indiana is 34.7 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.
The median home value in Daviess County is $187,500 and median monthly rent is $837. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 12,781 total housing units, 9.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Daviess County, Indiana is manufacturing, employing 21.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.
Indianapolis is among the largest cities associated with Daviess County, Indiana, with a population of 882,043.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.