County · Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio. Morgan County had 13,626 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.3% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 19 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs, 14 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 4 census tracts. GEOID 39115.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
13,626
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 13,802 · ACS 2020-2024: 13,651
Median household income
$59,351
±$3,770 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$150,900
±$13,725 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$742
±$41 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Morgan County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 13,802 residents in Morgan County. The Census Bureau estimates 13,626 for July 1, 2025, down 1.3% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 13,651 over 416 square miles of land.
| Measure | Morgan County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 13,651 | 11,810,293 | −989 |
| Households | 5,713±230 | 4,863,191 | −395 |
| Average household size | 2.36±0.09 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,320±30 | 5,292,391 | −660 |
Morgan County's population since 2000
From 14,897 in 2000 to 13,626 in 2025: down 8.5%. 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 Morgan County?
Morgan County holds 19 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 14 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Morgan Township, Morgan County with 2,262 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Morgan Township, Morgan County | 2,287 | $47,337 |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Township, Morgan County | 1,897 | $55,714 |
| Malta Township | 1,686 | $54,306 |
| McConnelsville | 1,667 | $50,231 |
| Marion Township, Morgan County | 1,181 | $61,607 |
| Homer Township, Morgan County | 1,006 | $75,712 |
| Bloom Township, Morgan County | 962 | $72,361 |
| Meigsville TownshipGEOID 3911548930 | 921 | $85,385 |
| Deerfield Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911521182 | 839 | $65,655 |
| York Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911587066 | 753 | $56,793 |
| Center Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911512980 | 677 | not published |
| Penn Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911561602 | 656 | $20,152 |
| Union Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911578484 | 638 | $69,198 |
| Malta | 559 | $38,523 |
| Stockport | 483 | $34,744 |
| Chesterhill | 276 | $52,292 |
| Bristol Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911508910 | 182 | $66,333 |
| Manchester Township, Morgan CountyGEOID 3911547040 | 117 | not published |
| Rose FarmGEOID 3968448 | 111 | 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 Morgan County?
The median resident of Morgan County is 44.6 years old; 20.9% are under 18 and 22.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.2%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.4%. 0.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Morgan County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.6±0.5 | 39.7 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 20.9%±0.4 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.5%±0.4 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% | 4.8% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.2%±0.7 pts | 75.8% | −1.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.9%±0.6 pts | 12.0% | −2.0 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 2.5% | – |
| 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%±0.3 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.4%±0.6 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.6 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.7%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.6%±1.7 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.9%±1.2 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 18.4%±1.8 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.4%±1.8 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.8%±2.3 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 14.4%±2.5 pts | 31.5% | +4.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.7%±1.0 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.6%±0.4 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 Morgan County earn?
Half of Morgan County's 5,713 households earn less than $59,351 a year (±$3,770), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 the median was $52,109 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $7,242 after inflation. 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Morgan County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,351±$3,770 | $71,389 | +$7,242 |
| Mean household income | $70,286±$5,014 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,055±$1,892 | $40,552 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.9%±2.2 pts | 13.3% | −6.3 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.3%±4.2 pts | 17.8% | −14.3 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.4%±2.6 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 81.7%±2.4 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 Morgan County?
Owners occupy 78.9% of Morgan County's occupied homes and renters 21.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $150,900 by its owner (±$13,725). The median renter pays $742 a month including utilities, and 39.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Morgan County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $150,900±$13,725 | $214,800 | +$27,954 |
| Median gross rent | $742±$41 | $1,034 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.1%±9.3 pts | 37.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,260±$92 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 78.9%±2.7 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,320±30 | 5,292,391 | −660 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.1%±1.6 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.0%±3.0 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 75.8%±3.4 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.6%±3.2 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.0%±1.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 23.0%±3.1 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 Morgan County building?
Builders took permits for 23 new housing units across Morgan County in 2025 (23 single-family), 1.7 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 Morgan County get to work?
82.6% of Morgan County's workers drive alone and 6.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 37.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.5%.
| Measure | Morgan County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 51.1%±2.5 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5%±1.3 pts | 4.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 82.6%±3.0 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.2%±2.2 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.7 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.2%±0.6 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.8%±2.3 pts | 13.0% | +3.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 37.5 min±3.0 | 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 Morgan County's census tracts?
Morgan County is divided into 4 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $49,167 (Tract 9691) to $67,927 (Tract 9690).
| Tract 968839115968800 | 3,248±366 | $63,873 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 968939115968900 | 3,806±350 | $53,906 |
| Tract 969039115969000 | 3,454±326 | $67,927 |
| Tract 969139115969100 | 3,143±283 | $49,167 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Morgan County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 86th of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 66th of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 86th of 88 |
| Median household income | 68th of 88 |
| Median home value | 76th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 82nd of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 43rd of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 80th of 88 |
| Median age | 8th 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
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