Bethel village, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bethel village, Ohio Demographics
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As of 2026, Bethel village, Ohio has a total population of 2,639, the 430th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $42,961, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Bethel village Quick Facts

Population 2,639

Median Household Income $42,961

Median Home Value $142,700

Poverty Rate 20.0%

Unemployment Rate 7.6%

Median Age 42.3 years

Homeownership Rate 48.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.1%

High School Graduation Rate 82.4%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 2,639 430th of 1,264

Median Income $42,961 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 20.0% 61% higher national

Median Home Value $142,700 average

How Bethel village Compares

Median Household Income

Bethel village

$42,961

$69,680

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bethel village

$142,700

$199,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 33.3%

$25K-$50K 24.6%

$50K-$100K 25.3%

$100K+ 16.8%

Employment

7.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

53.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.7%

Renter 51.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.6%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

20.0%

55-74

28.8%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bethel village Rankings in Ohio

#430 Population of 1,264

#1087 Median Income of 1,264

#966 Education of 1,264

#610 Home Value of 1,264

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Cities Similar to Bethel village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Piketon village	2,603	$41,923	$122,400	17.2%	23.1%
Lisbon village	2,567	$44,740	$107,600	14.6%	24.6%
West Lafayette village	2,759	$45,364	$92,300	13.6%	30.6%
Oak Harbor village	2,555	$46,939	$134,700	17.5%	7.6%
New London village	2,742	$47,935	$98,400	9.7%	13.7%

Population Overview

Bethel village is a small community located in Ohio. The total population is 2,639. It ranks as the 430th most populous out of 1,264 cities and towns in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bethel village is 42.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bethel village is $42,961. This is 38% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 45% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.0%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 56% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $142,700. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 48.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bethel village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.

Education

10.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bethel village, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bethel village, Ohio?

Bethel village, Ohio has a population of 2,639 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bethel village, OH?

The median household income in Bethel village is $42,961, which is 45% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bethel village, OH?

The poverty rate in Bethel village is 20.0%. This means approximately 520 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bethel village, Ohio?

Bethel village's population is 96.2% White, 0.4% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bethel village, OH?

The median home value in Bethel village is $142,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Bethel village, Ohio?

10.1% of adults (25+) in Bethel village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.