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Stark County, Ohio
Stark County, Ohio. Stark County had 373,771 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.3% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 48 places (18 cities, villages and boroughs, 17 towns and townships and 13 census-designated) and 90 census tracts. GEOID 39151.
Stark County is one of the 2 counties of the Canton-Massillon, OH metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
373,771
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 374,853 · ACS 2020-2024: 373,713
Median household income
$67,934
±$1,289 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$186,400
±$3,007 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$909
±$12 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Stark County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 374,853 residents in Stark County. The Census Bureau estimates 373,771 for July 1, 2025, down 0.3% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 373,713 over 575 square miles of land.
| Measure | Stark County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 373,713 | 11,810,293 | +1,309 |
| Households | 155,955±762 | 4,863,191 | +2,495 |
| Average household size | 2.35±0.01 | 2.37 | −0.02 |
| Housing units | 167,949±116 | 5,292,391 | +1,224 |
Stark County's population since 2000
From 378,098 in 2000 to 373,771 in 2025: down 1.1%. 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 Stark County?
Stark County holds 48 places: 18 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 17 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 13 census-designated places. The largest is Canton with 69,001 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Canton | 70,872 | $43,188 |
|---|---|---|
| Plain Township, Stark County | 53,477 | $74,848 |
| Jackson Township, Stark County | 43,067 | $93,927 |
| Massillon | 32,146 | $56,446 |
| Lake Township, Stark County | 30,324 | $101,402 |
| Perry Township, Stark County | 28,389 | $68,771 |
| Alliance | 21,672 | $56,106 |
| North Canton | 17,842 | $72,544 |
| Lawrence Township, Stark County | 13,548 | $77,568 |
| Canton Township | 12,477 | $61,760 |
| Louisville | 9,521 | $64,375 |
| Nimishillen Township | 9,354 | $91,769 |
| Perry Heights | 8,391 | $61,601 |
| Uniontown | 7,173 | $93,393 |
| Sugarcreek Township, Stark County | 6,547 | $64,583 |
| Reedurban | 5,889 | $57,000 |
| Tuscarawas Township, Stark County | 5,801 | $87,150 |
| Paris Township, Stark County | 5,743 | $68,528 |
| Bethlehem Township, Stark County | 5,520 | $71,161 |
| Osnaburg Township | 5,421 | $72,281 |
| Canal Fulton | 5,325 | $62,044 |
| Lexington Township | 4,925 | $64,883 |
| Washington Township, Stark County | 4,443 | $86,671 |
| Marlboro Township, Stark County | 4,277 | $90,198 |
| Pike Township, Stark County | 3,818 | $75,306 |
| Sandy Township, Stark County | 3,561 | $68,537 |
| Greentown | 3,382 | $114,355 |
| Hartville | 3,329 | $69,648 |
| Richville | 3,209 | $74,375 |
| MiddlebranchGEOID 3949588 | 2,117 | $99,959 |
| Brewster | 2,113 | $57,192 |
| Minerva | 3,684 | $54,380 |
| Navarre | 1,846 | $59,542 |
| North Industry | 1,528 | $55,833 |
| East Canton | 1,521 | $57,364 |
| Beach City | 940 | $54,306 |
| Waynesburg | 925 | $51,042 |
| East Sparta | 749 | $73,125 |
| Magnolia | 1,013 | $75,156 |
| Meyers Lake | 724 | $65,893 |
| BoltonGEOID 3907608 | 654 | not published |
| Harrisburg, Stark CountyGEOID 3933768 | 306 | $180,326 |
| RobertsvilleGEOID 3967664 | 293 | $59,240 |
| WilmotGEOID 3985806 | 282 | $71,607 |
| Hills and DalesGEOID 3935532 | 250 | $181,250 |
| MarlboroGEOID 3947922 | 247 | $75,125 |
| North LawrenceGEOID 3956756 | 212 | $76,667 |
| LimavilleGEOID 3943596 | 151 | $83,603 |
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 Stark County?
The median resident of Stark County is 41.8 years old; 21.5% are under 18 and 20.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 83.8%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 7.1%. 2.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Stark County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.8±0.2 | 39.7 | −0.3 |
| Under 18 years | 21.5%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.5%±0.1 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% | 4.8% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 83.8%±0.2 pts | 75.8% | −2.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 7.1%±0.3 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±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 | 4.9%±0.4 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.2%±0.2 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.1%±0.3 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.1%±0.4 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 14.2%±0.5 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.5%±0.4 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.2%±0.4 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 25.9%±0.8 pts | 31.5% | +3.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.2%±0.5 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.9%±0.1 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 Stark County earn?
Half of Stark County's 155,955 households earn less than $67,934 a year (±$1,289), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 it was $66,285 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Stark County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,934±$1,289 | $71,389 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $86,996±$1,712 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,762±$678 | $40,552 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.5%±0.7 pts | 13.3% | −1.1 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.6%±1.6 pts | 17.8% | −3.8 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.7%±0.6 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.4%±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 Stark County?
Owners occupy 69.2% of Stark County's occupied homes and renters 30.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $186,400 by its owner (±$3,007). The median renter pays $909 a month including utilities, and 34.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Stark County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $186,400±$3,007 | $214,800 | +$21,118 |
| Median gross rent | $909±$12 | $1,034 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.9%±2.4 pts | 37.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,336±$19 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 69.2%±0.9 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 167,949±116 | 5,292,391 | +1,224 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.1%±0.6 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 75.3%±0.7 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.2%±0.3 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.8%±0.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 21.0%±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 Stark County building?
Builders took permits for 643 new housing units across Stark County in 2025 (472 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 Stark County get to work?
77.7% of Stark County's workers drive alone and 11.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.9%.
| Measure | Stark County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 61.7%±0.7 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9%±0.3 pts | 4.8% | −1.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 77.7%±0.8 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.5%±0.5 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.8%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.8%±0.7 pts | 13.0% | +7.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.7 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 Stark County's census tracts?
Stark County is divided into 90 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $12,045 (Tract 7001) to $136,023 (Tract 7113.23).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Stark County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 8th of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 47th of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 9th of 88 |
| Median household income | 42nd of 88 |
| Median home value | 40th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 33rd of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 50th of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28th of 88 |
| Median age | 31st 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 Stark 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.