County · Ohio
Mahoning County, Ohio
Mahoning County, Ohio. Mahoning County had 224,706 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.7% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 40 places (14 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 10 census-designated) and 75 census tracts. GEOID 39099.
Mahoning County is one of the 2 counties of the Youngstown-Warren, OH metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
224,706
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 228,614 · ACS 2020-2024: 226,491
Median household income
$56,942
±$1,365 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$154,700
±$3,132 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$791
±$19 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Mahoning County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 228,614 residents in Mahoning County. The Census Bureau estimates 224,706 for July 1, 2025, down 1.7% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 226,491 over 411 square miles of land.
| Measure | Mahoning County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 226,491 | 11,810,293 | −3,470 |
| Households | 98,065±687 | 4,863,191 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.25±0.02 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 107,990±89 | 5,292,391 | −3,371 |
Mahoning County's population since 2000
From 257,555 in 2000 to 224,706 in 2025: down 12.8%. 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 Mahoning County?
Mahoning County holds 40 places: 14 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 10 census-designated places. The largest is Youngstown with 58,832 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Youngstown | 60,068 | $34,408 |
|---|---|---|
| Boardman Township | 40,213 | $66,619 |
| Austintown Township | 36,049 | $56,628 |
| Austintown | 29,594 | $52,978 |
| Canfield Township | 16,944 | $101,360 |
| Poland Township | 14,664 | $94,563 |
| Struthers | 10,063 | $53,447 |
| Campbell | 7,852 | $42,909 |
| Canfield | 7,699 | $97,439 |
| Springfield Township, Mahoning County | 6,800 | $62,348 |
| Beaver Township, Mahoning County | 6,756 | $96,505 |
| Sebring | 4,191 | $49,541 |
| Smith Township, Mahoning County | 4,097 | $69,010 |
| Milton Township, Mahoning County | 3,565 | $82,500 |
| Green Township, Mahoning County | 3,414 | $97,656 |
| Goshen Township, Mahoning County | 3,101 | $60,938 |
| Poland | 2,463 | $92,417 |
| Ellsworth Township | 2,128 | $84,050 |
| Jackson Township, Mahoning County | 2,124 | $60,039 |
| Berlin Township, Mahoning County | 1,973 | $75,324 |
| Woodworth | 1,784 | $60,417 |
| New Middletown | 1,507 | $50,375 |
| North LimaGEOID 3956798 | 1,369 | $102,759 |
| Mineral Ridge | 3,951 | $59,161 |
| Coitsville Township | 1,264 | $58,750 |
| Craig Beach | 1,076 | $72,361 |
| Lowellville | 996 | $50,313 |
| Beloit | 903 | $54,583 |
| Columbiana | 6,559 | $54,688 |
| Fairfield Township, Mahoning CountyGEOID 3909925998 | 839 | not published |
| Maple RidgeGEOID 3947362 | 667 | $59,219 |
| Lake MiltonGEOID 3941440 | 637 | $109,688 |
| New Springfield | 579 | $36,458 |
| PetersburgGEOID 3962302 | 405 | $83,300 |
| Washingtonville | 712 | $38,906 |
| East AllianceGEOID 3923254 | 268 | $85,655 |
| DamascusGEOID 3920030 | 418 | not published |
| Alliance | 21,672 | $56,106 |
| Salem | 11,915 | $47,073 |
| Perry Township, Mahoning CountyGEOID 3909961798 | 6 | not published |
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 Mahoning County?
The median resident of Mahoning County is 43.2 years old; 20.3% are under 18 and 22.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 73.7%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 13.6%. 2.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Mahoning County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.2±0.2 | 39.7 | −0.3 |
| Under 18 years | 20.3%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.5%±0.1 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.8% | 4.8% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 73.7%±0.3 pts | 75.8% | −2.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 13.6%±0.3 pts | 12.0% | −1.0 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 2.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±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 | 4.5%±0.4 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.4%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 6.1%±0.5 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±0.4 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 17.0%±0.7 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.9%±0.4 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.9%±0.5 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 27.0%±0.8 pts | 31.5% | +2.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.7%±0.6 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±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 Mahoning County earn?
Half of Mahoning County's 98,065 households earn less than $56,942 a year (±$1,365), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 it was $56,664 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Mahoning County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $56,942±$1,365 | $71,389 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $78,848±$2,370 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,566±$940 | $40,552 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.9%±0.9 pts | 13.3% | +1.4 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 28.1%±2.2 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 19.0%±0.8 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.3%±0.7 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 Mahoning County?
Owners occupy 70.3% of Mahoning County's occupied homes and renters 29.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $154,700 by its owner (±$3,132). The median renter pays $791 a month including utilities, and 42.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Mahoning County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $154,700±$3,132 | $214,800 | +$24,985 |
| Median gross rent | $791±$19 | $1,034 | −$48 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 42.7%±2.7 pts | 37.3% | +4.2 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,236±$25 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 70.3%±0.9 pts | 67.2% | +1.6 pts |
| Housing units | 107,990±89 | 5,292,391 | −3,371 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.7%±1.1 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.1%±0.8 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 20.2%±0.8 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 Mahoning County building?
Builders took permits for 174 new housing units across Mahoning County in 2025 (164 single-family), 0.8 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 Mahoning County get to work?
78.9% of Mahoning County's workers drive alone and 9.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.4%.
| Measure | Mahoning County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 57.8%±0.8 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.4%±0.7 pts | 4.8% | −1.3 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 78.9%±1.1 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.2%±0.8 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.2%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.8%±0.8 pts | 13.0% | +6.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.5 min±0.5 | 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 Mahoning County's census tracts?
Mahoning County is divided into 75 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $12,639 (Tract 8005.01) to $118,413 (Tract 8135.02).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Mahoning County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 13th of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 72nd of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 12th of 88 |
| Median household income | 77th of 88 |
| Median home value | 71st of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 71st of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 7th of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25th of 88 |
| Median age | 21st 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 Mahoning 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.