Bentonville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bentonville, Ohio had a total population of 277, the 1040th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 2.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in Ohio.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Bentonville Quick Facts
How Bentonville 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 | 206 | 277 | +34.5% |
| Median home value | $230,000 | $265,800 | +15.6% |
How Bentonville 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+)
Bentonville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Adams County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Union | 2,899 | $29,056 | 38.6% | $132,500 |
| Manchester | 1,972 | $29,344 | 44.5% | $94,300 |
| Peebles | 1,944 | $62,500 | 24.2% | $120,800 |
| Winchester | 1,282 | $40,625 | 21.0% | $130,900 |
| Seaman | 1,205 | $46,705 | 33.0% | $134,600 |
| Cherry Fork | 61 | N/A | 59.0% | N/A |
| Rome | 55 | N/A | 61.8% | $70,000 |
Cities Similar to Bentonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harpster | 277 | $29,167 | $137,800 | 7.2% | 10.8% |
| Higginsport | 278 | $53,125 | $104,200 | 4.8% | 21.3% |
| St. Louisville | 278 | $73,382 | $157,800 | 8.2% | 11.5% |
| Jacksontown | 276 | $131,435 | $467,500 | 28.8% | 0.0% |
| Good Hope | 279 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 277, Bentonville'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
Bentonville is a small community located in Ohio, within Adams County. The total population is 277. It ranks as the 1040th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bentonville is 47.7 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 81% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bentonville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $265,800. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $214,800. 74.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bentonville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.3% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bentonville, 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 Bentonville, Ohio?
Bentonville, Ohio has a population of 277 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bentonville, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bentonville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bentonville, OH?
The poverty rate in Bentonville is 2.5%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bentonville, Ohio?
Bentonville's population is 99.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bentonville, OH?
The median home value in Bentonville is $265,800.
How educated is Bentonville, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bentonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.