Catawba, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Catawba, Ohio had a total population of 305, the 1015th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $68,500, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Catawba Quick Facts
How Catawba 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 | 280 | 305 | +8.9% |
| Median household income | $55,000 | $68,500 | +24.5% |
| Median home value | $139,300 | $136,900 | -1.7% |
How Catawba 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+)
Catawba Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 58,190 | $47,143 | 23.1% | $116,800 |
| Northridge | 7,817 | $84,974 | 8.2% | $193,800 |
| New Carlisle | 5,544 | $64,443 | 18.7% | $131,800 |
| Park Layne | 4,301 | $82,604 | 13.3% | $131,400 |
| Enon | 2,587 | $96,912 | 6.3% | $206,600 |
| Green Meadows | 2,144 | $73,281 | 14.3% | $157,800 |
| South Charleston | 1,727 | $49,896 | 16.3% | $141,300 |
| Holiday Valley | 1,660 | $91,705 | 3.7% | $206,800 |
| Crystal Lakes | 1,245 | $62,583 | 25.9% | $136,800 |
| Medway | 580 | $90,814 | 14.9% | $182,300 |
Cities Similar to Catawba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donnelsville | 308 | $67,708 | $142,200 | 23.0% | 15.0% |
| Bladensburg | 300 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 15.3% |
| East Liberty | 300 | N/A | $334,700 | 28.1% | 28.0% |
| Haydenville | 314 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 54.8% |
| Savannah | 306 | $73,750 | $165,300 | 20.5% | 5.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 305, Catawba'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
Catawba is a small community located in Ohio, within Clark County. The total population is 305. It ranks as the 1015th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Catawba is 56.2 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 13.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 22.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Catawba is $68,500. This is 4% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $136,900. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Catawba is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Catawba has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.7% of all residents.
Education
17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Catawba, 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 Catawba, Ohio?
Catawba, Ohio has a population of 305 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Catawba, OH?
The median household income in Catawba is $68,500, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Catawba, OH?
The poverty rate in Catawba is 7.5%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Catawba, Ohio?
Catawba's population is 97.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Catawba, OH?
The median home value in Catawba is $136,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Catawba, Ohio?
17.4% of adults (25+) in Catawba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.