Muncie

IN

Delaware County, Indiana

Population 112K |Median income $58,127 |1 hospital

Population
112,280
Delaware County
Median Income
$58,127
-14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$139,400
-39% vs avg
Median Age
35.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
112K-5%
Median Income
$58,127+55%
Median Home Value
$139,400+56%
Poverty Rate
19.6%-12%
Unemployment
5.8%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$906/mo
Poverty Rate
19.6% +38% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.2%
Work From Home 7.7%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 85.3%
African American 5.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.4%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
Obesity
36.6%
High Blood Pressure
36.2%
Physical Inactivity
25.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.2%
Current Smoking
16.8%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Diabetes
13.5%
Current Asthma
12%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.1%
Dental Visit 57%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
MUNCIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Muncie Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Muncie, IN? ▼
Muncie, IN has a population of 112,280 people, located in Delaware County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Muncie? ▼
The median household income in Muncie, IN is $58,127 per year. The poverty rate is 19.6%.
What is the median home value in Muncie? ▼
The median home value in Muncie, IN is $139,400. Median rent is $906/month.
What are the top health concerns in Muncie? ▼
The top health indicators in Muncie include Short Sleep Duration (38.7%), Obesity (36.6%), High Blood Pressure (36.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Muncie? ▼
Muncie has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Muncie? ▼
The median age in Muncie, IN is 35.8 years. 26.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Muncie, IN is located in Delaware County, Indiana. With a population of 112K and a median household income of $58,127, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Muncie 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 (Delaware 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.