Champaign County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Champaign County is located in Ohio with a total population of 38,772. It is the 63rd most populous county out of 88 in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Champaign County is 41.6 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Champaign County is $74,239. This is 7% higher than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $186,300. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Champaign County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Champaign County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 91.8%.