Batavia, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Batavia, Ohio had a total population of 2,794, the 413th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $60,984, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 12.3% is notably above the national average.
Batavia Quick Facts
How Batavia Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,706 | 2,794 | +3.3% |
| Median household income | $58,911 | $60,984 | +3.5% |
| Median home value | $191,200 | $205,800 | +7.6% |
How Batavia Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Batavia Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Clermont County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia | 12,871 | $70,938 | 13.0% | $230,400 |
| Withamsville | 7,429 | $72,300 | 13.7% | $229,400 |
| Mount Carmel | 4,890 | $70,000 | 13.7% | $226,100 |
| Summerside | 4,662 | $71,241 | 17.1% | $210,200 |
| Mulberry | 3,821 | $75,969 | 6.6% | $219,600 |
| Mount Repose | 3,798 | $102,031 | 2.8% | $253,500 |
| New Richmond | 2,766 | $80,536 | 11.5% | $235,900 |
| Bethel | 2,658 | $43,779 | 27.5% | $158,500 |
| Williamsburg | 2,608 | $62,500 | 14.6% | $196,900 |
| Day Heights | 2,457 | $94,138 | 2.0% | $258,900 |
Cities Similar to Batavia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kingsville | 2,741 | $61,840 | $170,900 | 23.0% | 6.5% |
| The Plains | 2,748 | $59,688 | $233,500 | 32.9% | 19.0% |
| Arcanum | 2,912 | $60,481 | $148,700 | 21.2% | 10.0% |
| Carrollton | 2,810 | $55,750 | $138,000 | 19.4% | 14.9% |
| Lakemore | 2,914 | $59,758 | $158,400 | 7.0% | 7.2% |
Population Overview
Batavia is a small community located in Ohio, within Clermont County. The total population is 2,794. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Batavia is 38.7 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Batavia is $60,984. This is 15% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 12.3%. This is 157% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $205,800. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 58.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Batavia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Black or African American population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Batavia, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Batavia, Ohio?
Batavia, Ohio has a population of 2,794 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Batavia, OH?
The median household income in Batavia is $60,984, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Batavia, OH?
The poverty rate in Batavia is 18.9%. This means approximately 473 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Batavia, Ohio?
Batavia's population is 89.4% White, 3.1% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Batavia, OH?
The median home value in Batavia is $205,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Batavia, Ohio?
14.8% of adults (25+) in Batavia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.