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Switzerland County, Indiana
Switzerland County, Indiana. Switzerland County had 10,037 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.9% since 2020, in line with Indiana (+2.8%). It holds 11 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs, 6 towns and townships and 3 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 18155.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
10,037
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 9,737 · ACS 2020-2024: 9,909
Median household income
$65,343
±$5,269 (90% margin)
Indiana: $71,957
Median home value
$175,800
±$23,400 (90% margin)
Indiana: $218,200
Median gross rent
$758
±$88 (90% margin)
Indiana: $1,062
How many people live in Switzerland County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 9,737 residents in Switzerland County. The Census Bureau estimates 10,037 for July 1, 2025, up 2.9% since 2020, in line with Indiana (+2.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 9,909 over 221 square miles of land.
| Measure | Switzerland County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 9,909 | 6,851,073 | −776 |
| Households | 3,875±159 | 2,716,009 | −474 |
| Average household size | 2.53±0.11 | 2.46 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,456±22 | 2,976,568 | −879 |
Switzerland County's population since 2000
From 9,065 in 2000 to 10,037 in 2025: up 10.7%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Switzerland County?
Switzerland County holds 11 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 6 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Jefferson Township, Switzerland County with 3,303 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Jefferson Township, Switzerland County | 3,203 | $58,929 |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton Township | 1,808 | $74,479 |
| Vevay | 1,741 | $45,962 |
| Posey Township, Switzerland County | 1,576 | $50,597 |
| Pleasant Township, Switzerland CountyGEOID 1815560480 | 1,312 | $105,400 |
| York Township, Switzerland CountyGEOID 1815586048 | 1,072 | $75,970 |
| Craig TownshipGEOID 1815515580 | 766 | $82,557 |
| LambGEOID 1841796 | – | $103,426 |
| PatriotGEOID 1858392 | 201 | $56,818 |
| East EnterpriseGEOID 1819576 | 145 | not published |
| FlorenceGEOID 1823728 | 60 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Switzerland County?
The median resident of Switzerland County is 42.5 years old; 23.7% are under 18 and 18.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.6%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.8%. 1.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Switzerland County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.5±0.9 | 38.1 | +2.0 |
| Under 18 years | 23.7% | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.8%±0.2 pts | 16.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 8.6% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.6%±0.8 pts | 75.4% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 2.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.8%±0.9 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.4 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.1%±0.6 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.3%±3.4 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.6%±1.8 pts | 6.3% | – |
| With a disability | 21.7%±2.7 pts | 14.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.0%±3.9 pts | 7.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 80.2%±4.0 pts | 90.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 8.9%±1.7 pts | 29.5% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 2.5%±0.9 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.0%±1.3 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Switzerland County earn?
Half of Switzerland County's 3,875 households earn less than $65,343 a year (±$5,269), against $71,957 in Indiana. In 2015-2019 it was $60,775 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Switzerland County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,343±$5,269 | $71,957 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $79,676±$4,996 | $95,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,416±$1,967 | $38,351 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.6%±3.8 pts | 12.3% | −6.4 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.3%±9.0 pts | 16.0% | −14.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 13.0%±3.1 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 81.3%±3.6 pts | 89.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Switzerland County?
Owners occupy 78.5% of Switzerland County's occupied homes and renters 21.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $175,800 by its owner (±$23,400). The median renter pays $758 a month including utilities, and 24.4% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Switzerland County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $175,800±$23,400 | $218,200 | +$32,547 |
| Median gross rent | $758±$88 | $1,062 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 24.4%±10.1 pts | 38.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,360±$68 | $1,404 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 78.5%±3.5 pts | 70.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,456±22 | 2,976,568 | −879 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±1.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.4%±2.1 pts | 5.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.5%±4.7 pts | 72.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 17.7%±4.2 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±1.4 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 16.6%±3.8 pts | 16.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Switzerland County building?
Builders took permits for 81 new housing units across Switzerland County in 2025 (81 single-family), 8.1 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Switzerland County get to work?
82.8% of Switzerland County's workers drive alone and 5.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 32.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.2%.
| Measure | Switzerland County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.5%±2.6 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2%±2.2 pts | 4.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 82.8%±4.3 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.7%±2.7 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.9 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±1.0 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.9%±2.8 pts | 10.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 32.9 min±2.1 | 24.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Switzerland County's census tracts?
Switzerland County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,072 (Tract 9659) to $95,906 (Tract 9658).
| Tract 965718155965700 | 4,611±446 | $66,199 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 965818155965800 | 2,557±449 | $95,906 |
| Tract 965918155965900 | 2,741±358 | $52,072 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Switzerland County compare with Indiana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 87th of 92 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 17th of 92 |
| Residents per square mile | 81st of 92 |
| Median household income | 61st of 92 |
| Median home value | 50th of 92 |
| Median gross rent | 82nd of 92 |
| Poverty rate | 37th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 92nd of 92 |
| Median age | 26th of 92 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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