Beach City, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Beach City, Ohio had a total population of 738, the 766th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $54,306, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Beach City Quick Facts
How Beach City 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 | 650 | 738 | +13.5% |
| Median household income | $54,063 | $54,306 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $118,800 | $130,700 | +10.0% |
How Beach City 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+)
Beach City Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Stark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton | 69,755 | $43,188 | 27.4% | $97,800 |
| Massillon | 32,338 | $56,446 | 13.9% | $149,900 |
| Alliance | 21,478 | $56,106 | 23.8% | $125,400 |
| North Canton | 17,727 | $72,544 | 6.4% | $201,200 |
| Louisville | 9,602 | $64,375 | 7.8% | $193,100 |
| Perry Heights | 8,756 | $61,601 | 8.9% | $166,700 |
| Uniontown | 7,920 | $93,393 | 7.8% | $257,500 |
| Canal Fulton | 5,337 | $62,044 | 13.9% | $189,000 |
| Reedurban | 4,900 | $57,000 | 18.6% | $151,600 |
| Hartville | 3,377 | $69,648 | 7.9% | $266,900 |
Cities Similar to Beach City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darbydale | 737 | N/A | $205,600 | 12.6% | 3.1% |
| Atwater | 745 | $56,467 | $130,400 | 10.4% | 4.4% |
| McClure | 724 | $52,500 | $86,600 | 7.5% | 9.7% |
| Valleyview | 742 | $58,125 | $159,300 | 19.6% | 30.2% |
| Rock Creek | 766 | $54,000 | $136,900 | 13.6% | 20.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 738, Beach City's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Beach City is a small community located in Ohio, within Stark County. The total population is 738. It ranks as the 766th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Beach City is 35.7 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Beach City is $54,306. This is 24% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $130,700. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Beach City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Beach City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Beach City, 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 Beach City, Ohio?
Beach City, Ohio has a population of 738 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Beach City, OH?
The median household income in Beach City is $54,306, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Beach City, OH?
The poverty rate in Beach City is 19.7%. This means approximately 145 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Beach City, Ohio?
Beach City's population is 88.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Beach City, OH?
The median home value in Beach City is $130,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Beach City, Ohio?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Beach City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.