Bettsville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bettsville, Ohio had a total population of 562, the 856th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $65,417, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.5% 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 1.5x.
Bettsville Quick Facts
How Bettsville 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 | 655 | 562 | -14.2% |
| Median household income | $63,162 | $65,417 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $99,100 | $99,900 | +0.8% |
How Bettsville 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+)
Bettsville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Seneca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin | 17,818 | $56,198 | 14.8% | $142,200 |
| Attica | 755 | $69,063 | 10.2% | $113,800 |
| Bloomville | 721 | $69,000 | 17.0% | $96,800 |
| Republic | 456 | $63,125 | 10.3% | $85,000 |
| McCutchenville | 346 | $83,393 | 0.0% | $154,200 |
| Flat Rock | 340 | N/A | 24.7% | $92,500 |
| New Riegel | 316 | $63,750 | 15.2% | $119,000 |
| Bascom | 298 | $90,592 | 0.0% | $145,500 |
| Kansas | 200 | $53,144 | 40.0% | $73,800 |
| Fort Seneca | 113 | $39,375 | 0.0% | $204,700 |
Cities Similar to Bettsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville | 573 | $63,611 | $158,800 | 10.7% | 22.9% |
| Pleasant City | 551 | $67,813 | $92,100 | 5.3% | 9.8% |
| Cygnet | 581 | $67,446 | $114,300 | 17.5% | 19.4% |
| Port Washington | 586 | $66,500 | $123,500 | 3.9% | 9.1% |
| Gettysburg | 544 | $63,125 | $114,100 | 11.8% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 562, Bettsville'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
Bettsville is a small community located in Ohio, within Seneca County. The total population is 562. It ranks as the 856th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bettsville is 40.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bettsville is $65,417. This is 8% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.7%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bettsville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $99,900. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Bettsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bettsville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (15.1% vs 4.8%).
Education
7.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bettsville, 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 Bettsville, Ohio?
Bettsville, Ohio has a population of 562 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bettsville, OH?
The median household income in Bettsville is $65,417, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bettsville, OH?
The poverty rate in Bettsville is 14.7%. This means approximately 82 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bettsville, Ohio?
Bettsville's population is 83.8% White, 0.0% Black, 15.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bettsville, OH?
The median home value in Bettsville is $99,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Bettsville, Ohio?
7.5% of adults (25+) in Bettsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.