Bladensburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bladensburg, Ohio had a total population of 300, the 1021st largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Bladensburg Quick Facts
How Bladensburg 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 | 308 | 300 | -2.6% |
How Bladensburg 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+)
Bladensburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Knox County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 17,052 | $53,845 | 21.9% | $174,000 |
| Apple Valley | 5,548 | $100,593 | 3.9% | $287,700 |
| Fredericktown | 2,652 | $65,510 | 12.5% | $171,200 |
| Gambier | 2,126 | $93,365 | 21.5% | $309,400 |
| Centerburg | 1,839 | $76,250 | 9.5% | $246,900 |
| Danville | 615 | $53,194 | 4.5% | $138,600 |
| South Mount Vernon | 589 | $59,018 | 33.1% | N/A |
| Martinsburg | 303 | $55,313 | 1.7% | $95,700 |
| Howard | 269 | N/A | 5.2% | $109,800 |
| Gann (Brinkhaven) | 137 | $83,507 | 3.6% | $91,700 |
Cities Similar to Bladensburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Liberty | 300 | N/A | $334,700 | 28.1% | 28.0% |
| Lore City | 300 | $51,875 | $126,600 | 16.8% | 26.7% |
| Bloomingville | 302 | $126,792 | $242,500 | 13.6% | 0.0% |
| Lawrenceville | 302 | $55,163 | N/A | 17.7% | 10.9% |
| Petersburg | 302 | $83,300 | N/A | 46.4% | 23.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 300, Bladensburg'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
Bladensburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Knox County. The total population is 300. It ranks as the 1021st most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bladensburg is 34.2 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. With 48.0% of the population under 18, Bladensburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bladensburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 50.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bladensburg was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% 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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 50.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bladensburg, 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 Bladensburg, Ohio?
Bladensburg, Ohio has a population of 300 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bladensburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bladensburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bladensburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Bladensburg is 15.3%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bladensburg, Ohio?
Bladensburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bladensburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bladensburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bladensburg, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bladensburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.