County · West Virginia
Ohio County, West Virginia
Ohio County, West Virginia. Ohio County had 40,496 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 4.6% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). It holds 6 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs) and 18 census tracts. GEOID 54069.
Ohio County is one of the 3 counties of the Wheeling, WV-OH metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
40,496
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 42,425 · ACS 2020-2024: 41,582
Median household income
$57,094
±$3,719 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $59,608
Median home value
$166,000
±$5,293 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $162,600
Median gross rent
$821
±$34 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $872
How many people live in Ohio County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 42,425 residents in Ohio County. The Census Bureau estimates 40,496 for July 1, 2025, down 4.6% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 41,582 over 106 square miles of land.
| Measure | Ohio County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 41,582 | 1,778,373 | −561 |
| Households | 18,342±354 | 728,655 | +1,149 |
| Average household size | 2.15±0.04 | 2.37 | −0.16 |
| Housing units | 21,120±36 | 861,325 | +190 |
Ohio County's population since 2000
From 47,427 in 2000 to 40,496 in 2025: down 14.6%. 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 Ohio County?
Ohio County holds 6 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Wheeling with 25,680 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Wheeling | 27,052 | $48,590 |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem | 2,605 | $83,409 |
| West Liberty | 1,454 | $43,750 |
| Triadelphia | 669 | $48,281 |
| ClearviewGEOID 5415916 | 472 | $81,750 |
| Valley Grove | 275 | $58,125 |
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 Ohio County?
The median resident of Ohio County is 42.7 years old; 19.4% are under 18 and 22.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.8%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.5%. 2.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Ohio County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.7±0.4 | 42.7 | −0.9 |
| Under 18 years | 19.4%±0.2 pts | 20.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.8%±0.2 pts | 21.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% | 2.1% | +0.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.8%±0.8 pts | 89.7% | −2.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 3.3%±0.4 pts | 3.1% | −0.6 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | 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%±0.8 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.5%±0.8 pts | 1.8% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.7%±0.8 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.9%±1.0 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 16.4%±1.1 pts | 19.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.1%±0.8 pts | 6.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.7%±1.1 pts | 89.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 33.9%±1.8 pts | 24.1% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 14.3%±1.2 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.7%±1.1 pts | 2.4% | – |
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 Ohio County earn?
Half of Ohio County's 18,342 households earn less than $57,094 a year (±$3,719), against $59,608 in West Virginia. In 2015-2019 the median was $62,253 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $5,159 after inflation. 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Ohio County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $57,094±$3,719 | $59,608 | −$5,159 |
| Mean household income | $85,503±$4,825 | $81,190 | – |
| Per capita income | $38,134±$2,133 | $34,203 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 17.7%±2.1 pts | 16.7% | +5.1 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 21.8%±4.5 pts | 21.5% | +9.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 18.5%±2.3 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.6%±1.8 pts | 86.1% | – |
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 Ohio County?
Owners occupy 66.4% of Ohio County's occupied homes and renters 33.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $166,000 by its owner (±$5,293). The median renter pays $821 a month including utilities, and 45.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Ohio County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $166,000±$5,293 | $162,600 | +$13,517 |
| Median gross rent | $821±$34 | $872 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 45.6%±4.8 pts | 39.0% | +7.2 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,209±$58 | $1,255 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.4%±2.1 pts | 74.9% | −3.4 pts |
| Housing units | 21,120±36 | 861,325 | +190 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±0.5 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.8%±2.4 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 66.7%±2.4 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.7%±0.8 pts | 13.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 32.9%±2.4 pts | 14.9% | – |
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 Ohio County building?
Builders took permits for 3 new housing units across Ohio County in 2025 (3 single-family), 0.1 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 Ohio County get to work?
79.2% of Ohio County's workers drive alone and 6.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.0%.
| Measure | Ohio County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.0%±1.5 pts | 53.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0%±1.1 pts | 5.4% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.2%±2.2 pts | 78.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.5%±1.5 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.4%±0.6 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 4.7%±1.0 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.4%±1.2 pts | 9.1% | +2.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.1 min±1.1 | 26.6 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 Ohio County's census tracts?
Ohio County is divided into 18 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $23,125 (Tract 7) to $91,382 (Tract 20).
| Tract 254069000200 | 3,079±320 | $57,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 354069000300 | 1,709±278 | $56,161 |
| Tract 454069000400 | 831±169 | $23,750 |
| Tract 554069000500 | 1,626±266 | $76,500 |
| Tract 654069000600 | 1,120±229 | $19,630 |
| Tract 754069000700 | 761±170 | $23,125 |
| Tract 1354069001300 | 1,609±267 | $74,226 |
| Tract 1454069001400 | 2,872±384 | $43,781 |
| Tract 1554069001500 | 2,580±249 | $57,500 |
| Tract 1654069001600 | 2,517±297 | $61,789 |
| Tract 1754069001700 | 1,780±199 | $77,167 |
| Tract 1854069001800 | 4,912±537 | $44,631 |
| Tract 19.0154069001901 | 2,549±75 | $83,144 |
| Tract 2054069002000 | 4,726±468 | $91,382 |
| Tract 2154069002100 | 3,828±334 | $66,308 |
| Tract 2254069002200 | 2,454±327 | $69,563 |
| Tract 2654069002600 | 1,831±288 | $31,033 |
| Tract 2754069002700 | 798±155 | $23,415 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Ohio County compare with West Virginia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 12th of 55 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 36th of 55 |
| Residents per square mile | 1st of 55 |
| Median household income | 23rd of 55 |
| Median home value | 14th of 55 |
| Median gross rent | 19th of 55 |
| Poverty rate | 25th of 55 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 2nd of 55 |
| Median age | 45th of 55 |
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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