Fountain County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,151, reflecting a 0.94% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fountain County is the 76th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 17,280 and has grown -0.75% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.7 years
Female: 43.5 years
Male: 40.6 years
There are 12,927 adults, (3,283 of whom are seniors) in Fountain County.
Female: 8,308 (50%)
Male: 8,309 (50%)
The racial composition of Fountain County includes 93.41% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,522 | 93.41% |
| Two or more races | 736 | 4.43% |
| Other race | 202 | 1.22% |
| Black or African American | 112 | 0.67% |
| Asian | 36 | 0.22% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.05% |
Fountain County 's average per capita income is $43,196. Household income levels show a median of $62,542. The poverty rate stands at 12.37%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,238 | - |
| Families | $71,891 | $87,373 |
| Households | $62,542 | $77,642 |
| Non Families | $38,733 | $52,585 |
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