Carroll, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Carroll, Ohio had a total population of 595, the 835th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $74,688, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Carroll Quick Facts
How Carroll 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 | 631 | 595 | -5.7% |
| Median household income | $69,323 | $74,688 | +7.7% |
| Median home value | $253,800 | $276,100 | +8.8% |
How Carroll 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+)
Carroll Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Fairfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | 41,249 | $59,133 | 12.6% | $193,900 |
| Baltimore | 3,050 | $59,769 | 12.5% | $231,300 |
| Bremen | 2,001 | $61,078 | 15.7% | $166,400 |
| Fairfield Beach | 1,432 | $48,640 | 8.1% | $215,300 |
| Pleasantville | 908 | $66,731 | 20.6% | $154,900 |
| Millersport | 838 | $81,250 | 8.8% | $236,500 |
| Stoutsville | 647 | $74,500 | 3.5% | $200,800 |
| Hide-A-Way Hills | 646 | N/A | 0.0% | $267,900 |
| Thurston | 597 | $62,188 | 11.6% | $157,500 |
| Amanda | 541 | $44,688 | 24.2% | $168,400 |
Cities Similar to Carroll
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millville | 603 | $75,625 | $203,000 | 11.3% | 7.1% |
| Hayesville | 580 | $76,250 | $145,300 | 24.5% | 5.3% |
| Brookside | 610 | $72,917 | $117,000 | 28.8% | 6.2% |
| Owensville | 620 | N/A | $157,700 | 15.3% | 41.0% |
| North Fairfield | 569 | $74,000 | $104,400 | 10.2% | 18.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 595, Carroll'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
Carroll is a small community located in Ohio, within Fairfield County. The total population is 595. It ranks as the 835th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Carroll is 45.5 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Carroll is $74,688. This is 5% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.0%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $276,100. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 68.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Carroll has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
30.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Carroll, 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 Carroll, Ohio?
Carroll, Ohio has a population of 595 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Carroll, OH?
The median household income in Carroll is $74,688, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Carroll, OH?
The poverty rate in Carroll is 5.0%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Carroll, Ohio?
Carroll's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Carroll, OH?
The median home value in Carroll is $276,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Carroll, Ohio?
30.7% of adults (25+) in Carroll hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.