The people of Henry County, Indiana, are undeniably one of its greatest assets. Multiple generations provide a unique approach to every aspect of community life and encourage a stable workforce. More than 18,000 households comprise the county, and educational attainment is on a steady rise.
Henry County’s population has remained relatively steady over the past thirty years. Recent changes within the economy, allowing for more remote workers, has led to additional people moving to the community, especially from urban settings.
Population Over Time
1990
2000
2010
2015
2020
Total Population
48,139
48,5111
49,466
48,662
48,033
Change Since 1990
372
1,327
523
-106
Pct. Change Since 1990
0.8%
2.8%
1.1%
-0.2%
Source: US Census Bureau
Components of Population Change 2019 to 2020
Number
Net Domestic Migration
102
International Migration
2
Natural Increase (births minus deaths)
-97
Births
480
Deaths
577
Source: US Census Bureau
Population Estimates by Age in 2019
Number
Pct. Dist
Preschool (0 to 4)
2,321
4.8%
School Age (5 to 17)
7,417
15.4%
College Age (18 to 24)
3,850
8.0%
Young Adult (25 to 44)
11,773
24.5%
Older Adult (45 to 64)
13,347
7.8%
Older (65 plus)
9,264
19.3%
Source: US Census Bureau
Households in 2019
Number
Pct. Dist
Total Households
18,304
100.0%
Family Households
12,307
67.2%
Married with Children
3,079
16.8%
Married without Children
6,090
33.3%
Single Parents
1,675
9.2%
Other
1,463
8.0%
Non-family Households
5,997
32.8%
Living Alone
4,952
27.1%
Average Household Size
2.62
Average Family Household Size
3.90
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5 Year Estimates
