Bluffton

IN

Wells County, Indiana

Population 28K |Median income $71,957 |1 hospital

Population
28,420
Wells County
Median Income
$71,957
+6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$197,600
-13% vs avg
Median Age
39.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
28K+3%
Median Income
$71,957+49%
Median Home Value
$197,600+76%
Poverty Rate
7.2%-33%
Unemployment
2.6%-65%

Economics

Median Rent
$813/mo
Poverty Rate
7.2% -49% vs avg
Unemployment 2.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19.9%
Work From Home 5.9%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 92.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%
African American 1%
Asian 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.9%
High Blood Pressure
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
38.5%
Physical Inactivity
25.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Current Smoking
16.4%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.1%
Diabetes
12.7%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.5%
Dental Visit 60.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
BLUFFTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
BLUFFTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Bluffton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bluffton, IN? ▼
Bluffton, IN has a population of 28,420 people, located in Wells County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Bluffton? ▼
The median household income in Bluffton, IN is $71,957 per year. The poverty rate is 7.2%.
What is the median home value in Bluffton? ▼
The median home value in Bluffton, IN is $197,600. Median rent is $813/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bluffton? ▼
The top health indicators in Bluffton include Obesity (41.9%), High Blood Pressure (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (38.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bluffton? ▼
Bluffton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bluffton? ▼
The median age in Bluffton, IN is 39.8 years. 19.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bluffton, IN is located in Wells County, Indiana. With a population of 28K and a median household income of $71,957, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bluffton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Wells County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.