County · Ohio
Lucas County, Ohio
Lucas County, Ohio. Lucas County had 423,347 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.8% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 25 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs, 11 towns and townships and 3 census-designated) and 169 census tracts. GEOID 39095.
Lucas County is one of the 3 counties of the Toledo, OH metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
423,347
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 431,279 · ACS 2020-2024: 428,018
Median household income
$62,224
±$1,016 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$163,900
±$2,132 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$934
±$12 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Lucas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 431,279 residents in Lucas County. The Census Bureau estimates 423,347 for July 1, 2025, down 1.8% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 428,018 over 340 square miles of land.
| Measure | Lucas County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 428,018 | 11,810,293 | −3,084 |
| Households | 183,243±898 | 4,863,191 | +3,313 |
| Average household size | 2.29±0.01 | 2.37 | −0.05 |
| Housing units | 200,998±120 | 5,292,391 | −2,332 |
Lucas County's population since 2000
From 455,054 in 2000 to 423,347 in 2025: down 7.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Lucas County?
Lucas County holds 25 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 11 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Toledo with 263,423 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Toledo | 270,871 | $49,724 |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvania Township | 50,679 | $105,406 |
| Springfield Township, Lucas County | 26,957 | $80,694 |
| Oregon | 19,950 | $82,197 |
| Sylvania | 19,011 | $100,189 |
| Monclova Township | 14,827 | $117,891 |
| Maumee | 13,896 | $80,833 |
| Waterville Township | 7,036 | $114,360 |
| Waterville | 6,003 | $104,114 |
| Whitehouse | 4,990 | $93,229 |
| Ottawa Hills | 4,790 | $167,917 |
| Providence Township | 3,378 | $97,675 |
| Washington Township, Lucas County | 3,055 | $71,054 |
| Jerusalem Township | 2,895 | $92,589 |
| Swanton Township | 2,822 | $69,044 |
| Holland | 1,820 | $64,868 |
| Spencer Township, Lucas County | 1,746 | $85,365 |
| Richfield Township, Lucas County | 1,575 | $100,625 |
| Harding TownshipGEOID 3909533418 | 726 | $80,000 |
| Reno BeachGEOID 3966264 | 713 | not published |
| NeapolisGEOID 3953718 | 497 | $99,405 |
| Curtice | 1,552 | $104,226 |
| BerkeyGEOID 3905732 | 275 | $113,611 |
| Swanton | 3,897 | $68,299 |
| Harbor ViewGEOID 3933376 | 89 | $72,083 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Lucas County?
The median resident of Lucas County is 38.5 years old; 22.8% are under 18 and 17.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 66.1%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 18.9%. 4.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lucas County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38.5±0.3 | 39.7 | +0.7 |
| Under 18 years | 22.8%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 17.6%±0.1 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.8% | 4.8% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 66.1%±0.2 pts | 75.8% | −2.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 18.9%±0.3 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±0.1 pts | 2.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.9%±0.4 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.0%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 6.1%±0.4 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.9%±0.3 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 15.4%±0.5 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.9%±0.3 pts | 6.4% | −1.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.5%±0.4 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 29.4%±0.7 pts | 31.5% | +3.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.3%±0.5 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±0.3 pts | 1.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Lucas County earn?
Half of Lucas County's 183,243 households earn less than $62,224 a year (±$1,016), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 the median was $59,979 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $2,245 after inflation. 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lucas County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,224±$1,016 | $71,389 | +$2,245 |
| Mean household income | $87,001±$2,156 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,575±$846 | $40,552 | +$1,607 |
| People below the poverty line | 17.7%±0.8 pts | 13.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 25.4%±1.9 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.4%±0.6 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.4%±0.6 pts | 90.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Lucas County?
Owners occupy 62.0% of Lucas County's occupied homes and renters 38.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $163,900 by its owner (±$2,132). The median renter pays $934 a month including utilities, and 37.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lucas County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $163,900±$2,132 | $214,800 | +$20,401 |
| Median gross rent | $934±$12 | $1,034 | +$17 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.0%±2.0 pts | 37.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,394±$21 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 62.0%±0.8 pts | 67.2% | +2.3 pts |
| Housing units | 200,998±120 | 5,292,391 | −2,332 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.1%±0.6 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 68.2%±0.7 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.1%±0.2 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 23.7%±0.7 pts | 19.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Lucas County building?
Builders took permits for 273 new housing units across Lucas County in 2025 (273 single-family), 0.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Lucas County get to work?
78.6% of Lucas County's workers drive alone and 8.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 20.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.3%.
| Measure | Lucas County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.0%±0.6 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.3%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | −0.9 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 78.6%±0.9 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.9%±0.6 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.8%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.2 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.9%±0.5 pts | 13.0% | +6.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 20.5 min±0.4 | 23.4 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Lucas County's census tracts?
Lucas County is divided into 169 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $10,938 (Tract 29) to $170,227 (Tract 76).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Lucas County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 6th of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 73rd of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 5th of 88 |
| Median household income | 61st of 88 |
| Median home value | 59th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 27th of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 10th of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21st of 88 |
| Median age | 80th of 88 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Lucas County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.