Indiana
State in United States
Indiana has a land area of 35,817.0 square miles and a water area of 593.4 square miles. It is the 38th largest state by area. Indiana is bordered by Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, and Illinois.
Population and People
Total Population
6,805,985Data from Census BureauAverage Age
38.2 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
1,115,579Data from Census BureauVeterans
6.4%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$84,223Data from Census BureauPoverty
20.5%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
5,393,398Data from Census BureauUnemployed
3.0%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
2,680,694Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$905Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
56.7%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
43.3%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$182,400Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
774,845Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,905,849Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.7%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Indiana is located in Chicago Regional Office. Within Indiana there are . Throughout Indiana there are 56 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: INDIANA
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Indianapolis Field Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY:Â (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
FIELD OFFICES HUD: INDIANA
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: INDIANA
TANF OFFICE HUD: INDIANA
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: INDIANA
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: INDIANA
RENTAL HELP: INDIANA
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
- Search for a subsidized apartment
- Indiana Housing Now – A free, state online resource for renters and property managers in Indiana. The dynamic search options allow you to find affordable, accessible and market-rate housing that will fit your needs.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHA’s in Indiana (PHA Contact Information is Updated Weekly)
- Links to PHA websites
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: INDIANA
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
Population by Age Range in Indiana
Age and Sex
38.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Indiana
Age and Sex
38.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Indiana
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Indiana
Older Population
16.40 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Indiana
Older Population
16.40 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Indiana
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Indiana
Veterans
6.40 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Indiana
Veterans
6.40 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Indiana
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Indiana
Median Household Income
$62,743 +/- $716
Median Household Income in Indiana
Median Household Income
$62,743 +/- $716
Median Household Income in Indiana
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Indiana
Poverty
12.20 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Indiana
Poverty
12.20 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Indiana
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Indiana
Educational Attainment
28.90 +/- 0.4
Educational Attainment in Indiana
Educational Attainment
28.90 +/- 0.4
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Indiana
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Indiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Indiana
Employment rate
60.30% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Indiana
Employment rate
60.30% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Indiana
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: INDIANA
HUD Region V Indiana Partners and Stakeholders This list is open to any individual or organization interested in the latest news, announcements, program updates, training opportunities and other helpful HUD resources in Indiana and Region V.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023