Population
Ohio has a population of 11,780,000 as of 2026, making it the #7 most populous state in the United States.
Ohio Rankings
Where Ohio places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Ohio Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Ohio's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Ohio Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 11,780,000 |
| Births per day | 355 |
| Deaths per day | 340 |
| Net migrations per day | -5 |
| Net population change per day | +10 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Ohio includes 78.83% White, 12.31% Black or African American, 2.41% Asian, 1.34% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,285,893 | 78.83% |
| Black or African American | 1,450,105 | 12.31% |
| Two or more races | 581,900 | 4.94% |
| Asian | 283,406 | 2.41% |
| Other race | 157,556 | 1.34% |
| Native American | 17,102 | 0.15% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 4,039 | 0.03% |
Ohio Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Ohio has seen steady population growth over the past decades. According to the 2010 US census, there were 11,536,504 people living in Ohio at that time. This represented a modest increase of 1.6% over the 2000 census count of 11,353,140 Ohio residents. Current estimates show Ohio's population now stands at 11,799,448 as of 2022. The state has an average population density, but Ohio contains several major metropolitan areas including state capital Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, and Dayton. Ohio's demographic makeup is mostly white non-Hispanic, with sizable African American and Hispanic/Latino minorities. The state's economy is diversified, with major industries being manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and tourism. Ohio's geographic location and infrastructure have historically made it an important transportation hub for the Midwest.
Economics and Income Statistics
Ohio's average per capita income is $37,729. Household income levels show a median of $66,990. The poverty rate stands at 13.31%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,508 | $110,730 |
| Families | $86,508 | $114,191 |
| Households | $66,990 | — |
| Non Families | $40,001 | $56,801 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Ohio
The largest city in Ohio is Columbus with a population of 898,553.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbus | 898,553 |
| 2 | Cleveland | 372,624 |
| 3 | Cincinnati | 309,317 |
| 4 | Toledo | 270,871 |
| 5 | Akron | 190,469 |
| 6 | Dayton | 137,644 |
| 7 | Parma | 81,146 |
| 8 | Canton | 70,872 |
| 9 | Youngstown | 60,068 |
| 10 | Lorain | 65,211 |
Population by County
Ohio's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Ohio →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Ohio
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Ohio.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.