Bowerston, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bowerston, Ohio had a total population of 420, the 928th largest village in Ohio. The poverty rate is 30.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Bowerston Quick Facts
How Bowerston 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 | 446 | 420 | -5.8% |
| Median home value | $71,300 | $75,000 | +5.2% |
How Bowerston 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+)
Bowerston Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Harrison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadiz | 2,988 | $44,113 | 12.1% | $119,300 |
| Hopedale | 898 | $47,045 | 7.7% | $104,100 |
| Scio | 703 | $41,667 | 36.5% | $81,800 |
| Freeport | 469 | $40,673 | 16.6% | $76,500 |
| Jewett | 402 | $46,500 | 25.4% | $76,300 |
| New Athens | 267 | $56,875 | 12.4% | $123,600 |
| Harrisville | 185 | $62,679 | 13.5% | $112,500 |
| Tippecanoe | 144 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Deersville | 72 | $120,313 | 4.2% | $134,400 |
Cities Similar to Bowerston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caledonia | 421 | $69,792 | $120,100 | 12.6% | 18.9% |
| Nankin | 421 | $145,536 | $148,200 | 45.6% | 9.3% |
| Homeworth | 423 | $72,230 | $114,900 | 5.2% | 16.6% |
| McDermott | 423 | N/A | $66,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Morral | 423 | $51,563 | $119,000 | 27.8% | 13.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 420, Bowerston'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
Bowerston is a small community located in Ohio, within Harrison County. The total population is 420. It ranks as the 928th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bowerston is 40.8 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 30.5%. This is 129% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bowerston, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $75,000. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $214,800. 59.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bowerston has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%.
Education
11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bowerston, 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 Bowerston, Ohio?
Bowerston, Ohio has a population of 420 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bowerston, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bowerston — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bowerston, OH?
The poverty rate in Bowerston is 30.5%. This means approximately 114 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bowerston, Ohio?
Bowerston's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bowerston, OH?
The median home value in Bowerston is $75,000.
How educated is Bowerston, Ohio?
11.3% of adults (25+) in Bowerston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.