Blanchester village, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Blanchester village, Ohio Demographics
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As of 2026, Blanchester village, Ohio has a total population of 4,681, the 304th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $45,179, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 7.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 10.9% is notably above the national average.

Blanchester village Quick Facts

Population 4,681

Median Household Income $45,179

Median Home Value $160,200

Poverty Rate 18.7%

Unemployment Rate 10.9%

Median Age 36.3 years

Homeownership Rate 57.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.8%

High School Graduation Rate 83.8%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 4,681 304th of 1,264

Median Income $45,179 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 18.7% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $160,200 average

How Blanchester village Compares

Median Household Income

Blanchester village

$45,179

$69,680

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Blanchester village

$160,200

$199,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.2%

$25K-$50K 28.3%

$50K-$100K 21.9%

$100K+ 26.7%

Employment

10.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

63.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.9%

Renter 42.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.5%

18-34

23.4%

35-54

25.8%

55-74

18.1%

75+

7.1%

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+)

Blanchester village Rankings in Ohio

#304 Population of 1,264

#1058 Median Income of 1,264

#1062 Education of 1,264

#499 Home Value of 1,264

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Cities Similar to Blanchester village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
East Palestine village	4,699	$49,006	$114,100	9.4%	9.5%
New Lexington village	4,479	$43,447	$114,000	8.9%	27.5%
Crestline village	4,467	$48,298	$96,100	16.9%	15.1%
Silverton village	4,857	$49,563	$185,300	32.2%	14.5%
Newton Falls village	4,553	$51,840	$102,200	16.9%	13.9%

Population Overview

Blanchester village is a small community located in Ohio. The total population is 4,681. It ranks as the 304th most populous out of 1,264 cities and towns in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Blanchester village is 36.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Blanchester village is $45,179. This is 35% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 10.9%. This is 126% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $160,200. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Blanchester village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 12.1%.

Education

7.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 83.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Blanchester 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 Blanchester village, Ohio?

Blanchester village, Ohio has a population of 4,681 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Blanchester village is $45,179, which is 42% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Blanchester village, OH?

The poverty rate in Blanchester village is 18.7%. This means approximately 852 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Blanchester village, Ohio?

Blanchester village's population is 91.9% White, 0.4% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Blanchester village is $160,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Blanchester village, Ohio?

7.8% of adults (25+) in Blanchester village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.