Birmingham, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Birmingham, Ohio had a total population of 132, the 1185th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 28.3% is notably above the national average.
Birmingham Quick Facts
How Birmingham 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 | 182 | 132 | -27.5% |
How Birmingham 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+)
Birmingham Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Erie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandusky | 24,606 | $50,139 | 25.6% | $113,100 |
| Bellevue | 8,187 | $53,875 | 18.9% | $152,800 |
| Huron | 6,757 | $78,333 | 5.6% | $222,500 |
| Milan | 1,774 | $97,973 | 7.1% | $193,100 |
| Castalia | 1,230 | $55,455 | 36.6% | $186,300 |
| Berlin Heights | 1,089 | $93,417 | 13.5% | $177,900 |
| Bay View | 622 | $79,792 | 4.5% | $169,300 |
| Whites Landing | 386 | $34,132 | 27.7% | $200,800 |
| Bloomingville | 302 | $126,792 | 0.0% | $242,500 |
| Mitiwanga | 228 | $78,651 | 0.0% | $284,400 |
Cities Similar to Birmingham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vickery | 132 | $61,250 | $84,400 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Winesburg | 133 | N/A | $187,000 | 33.6% | 18.1% |
| Mount Hope | 131 | $51,719 | $450,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kimbolton | 135 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Mount Eaton | 135 | $81,875 | $156,700 | 7.8% | 3.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 132, Birmingham'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
Birmingham is a small community located in Ohio, within Erie County. The total population is 132. It ranks as the 1185th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Birmingham is 66.2 years. This is 67% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 28.3%. This is 495% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 54.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Birmingham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents.
Education
9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. 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 Birmingham, 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 Birmingham, Ohio?
Birmingham, Ohio has a population of 132 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Birmingham, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Birmingham — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Birmingham, OH?
The poverty rate in Birmingham is 12.9%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Birmingham, Ohio?
Birmingham's population is 91.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Birmingham, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Birmingham — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Birmingham, Ohio?
9.1% of adults (25+) in Birmingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.