Elwood, IN is a small city situated in Madison County. With a population of 8,295 and a population density of 2,254 people per square mile, it has a much lower population density than that of the United States as a whole. It is known for its year-round outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing and hunting which attract many visitors from surrounding areas. There are also numerous businesses in Elwood including restaurants, grocery stores and retail shops where locals can get their daily needs met. Furthermore, Elwood boasts several organizations such as the Elwood Chamber of Commerce and the Elwood Historical Museum which offer educational programs and cultural events throughout the year. Lastly, sporting events are another popular pastime in the area with football being one of the most watched sports among both young and old alike during fall months.
The population in Elwood is 8,295. There are 2,231 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Elwood is 40.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Elwood is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Elwood
- 41.2% are married
- 15.8% are divorced
- 28.1% are married with children
- 22.9% have children, but are single
Race in Elwood
- 95.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander