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Meigs County, Ohio
Meigs County, Ohio. Meigs County had 21,587 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.8% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 18 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs, 12 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 39105.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
21,587
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 22,210 · ACS 2020-2024: 21,896
Median household income
$46,873
±$3,283 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$119,300
±$8,941 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$722
±$53 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Meigs County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 22,210 residents in Meigs County. The Census Bureau estimates 21,587 for July 1, 2025, down 2.8% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 21,896 over 430 square miles of land.
| Measure | Meigs County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 21,896 | 11,810,293 | −1,182 |
| Households | 9,102±253 | 4,863,191 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.38±0.07 | 2.37 | −0.15 |
| Housing units | 10,675±24 | 5,292,391 | −517 |
Meigs County's population since 2000
From 23,072 in 2000 to 21,587 in 2025: down 6.4%. 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 Meigs County?
Meigs County holds 18 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 12 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Salisbury Township with 5,289 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Salisbury Township | 5,512 | $38,832 |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Township | 3,077 | $41,413 |
| Chester Township, Meigs County | 2,497 | $64,760 |
| Middleport | 2,208 | $42,118 |
| Rutland Township | 2,137 | $39,706 |
| Olive Township, Meigs CountyGEOID 3910558282 | 1,651 | $50,996 |
| Pomeroy | 1,573 | $33,333 |
| Bedford Township, Meigs County | 1,249 | $60,536 |
| Columbia Township, Meigs CountyGEOID 3910516924 | 1,220 | $59,479 |
| Scipio Township, Meigs CountyGEOID 3910570996 | 1,213 | $75,648 |
| Orange Township, Meigs CountyGEOID 3910558646 | 1,085 | $63,701 |
| Salem Township, Meigs CountyGEOID 3910569904 | 939 | $34,250 |
| Lebanon TownshipGEOID 3910542336 | 897 | not published |
| Syracuse | 781 | $46,250 |
| Letart TownshipGEOID 3910542868 | 733 | not published |
| Racine | 683 | $42,500 |
| Tuppers PlainsGEOID 3977812 | 438 | $56,250 |
| Rutland | 427 | $53,603 |
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 Meigs County?
The median resident of Meigs County is 44.1 years old; 20.6% are under 18 and 21.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 95.8%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.4%. 0.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Meigs County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.1±0.4 | 39.7 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 20.6%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.2%±0.3 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 4.8% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 95.8%±0.3 pts | 75.8% | −0.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.5 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 2.5% | – |
| 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%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.4%±0.6 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 0.9%±0.5 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.2%±1.5 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 22.1%±1.8 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.6%±1.5 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 86.4%±2.0 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 12.2%±1.7 pts | 31.5% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.7%±0.8 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.9 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 Meigs County earn?
Half of Meigs County's 9,102 households earn less than $46,873 a year (±$3,283), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,257 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $8,384 after inflation. 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Meigs County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $46,873±$3,283 | $71,389 | −$8,384 |
| Mean household income | $61,476±$3,397 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $26,289±$1,385 | $40,552 | −$4,354 |
| People below the poverty line | 21.8%±3.0 pts | 13.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 30.1%±6.5 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 25.1%±3.1 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 78.2%±3.1 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 Meigs County?
Owners occupy 75.4% of Meigs County's occupied homes and renters 24.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $119,300 by its owner (±$8,941). The median renter pays $722 a month including utilities, and 41.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Meigs County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $119,300±$8,941 | $214,800 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $722±$53 | $1,034 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.9%±8.8 pts | 37.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,130±$72 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.4%±3.0 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,675±24 | 5,292,391 | −517 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.7%±1.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.7 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 67.4%±3.3 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 25.5%±3.4 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.2%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 22.0%±2.9 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 Meigs County building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Meigs County in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 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 Meigs County get to work?
87.3% of Meigs County's workers drive alone and 5.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 31.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.4%.
| Measure | Meigs County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 48.1%±2.1 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4%±2.0 pts | 4.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 87.3%±2.9 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.7%±1.9 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.5 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.1%±2.1 pts | 13.0% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 31.4 min±2.2 | 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 Meigs County's census tracts?
Meigs County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $35,545 (Tract 9645) to $62,982 (Tract 9641).
| Tract 964139105964100 | 4,122±496 | $62,982 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 964239105964200 | 4,257±523 | $56,792 |
| Tract 964339105964300 | 4,519±561 | $46,792 |
| Tract 964439105964400 | 3,010±285 | $40,909 |
| Tract 964539105964500 | 2,613±296 | $35,545 |
| Tract 964639105964600 | 3,375±345 | $41,306 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Meigs County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 81st of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 82nd of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 81st of 88 |
| Median household income | 88th of 88 |
| Median home value | 88th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 86th of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 1st of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 85th of 88 |
| Median age | 11th 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
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