Ossian, Indiana is a small town located in Wells County with a population of 6,502 as of the 2019 census. It has a population density of 119 people per square mile and is surrounded by cornfields and rolling hills. This rural community offers its residents opportunities to get involved in the community through local businesses, activities, organizations, and sporting events.
For shopping there are several local options including City Auto Sales & Service for car sales and repairs, The American Ale House & Grill for tasty meals and drinks, and The Apple Barn for fresh produce. For year-round outdoor activities locals can enjoy fishing at Lost Lake Park or golfing at Deer Track Golf Course. There are also several organizations that hold various events such as Ossian Cares Community Group which organizes charity drives throughout the year. Locals can also get involved in sports at Ossian Youth Sports Association where they offer youth soccer, baseball, basketball, softball, volleyball and flag football teams. Finally the town’s most popular event is the annual Fox Fest Festival which features live music performances from local bands as well as carnival rides and food vendors from all over the area.
The population in Ossian (zip 46777) is 6,502. There are 118 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Ossian (zip 46777) is 41.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Ossian (zip 46777) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Ossian (zip 46777)
- 66.3% are married
- 12.6% are divorced
- 31.2% are married with children
- 14.8% have children, but are single
Race in Ossian (zip 46777)
- 94.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander