Coal Grove, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coal Grove, Ohio had a total population of 2,022, the 488th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
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 1.5x.
Coal Grove Quick Facts
How Coal Grove 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 | 2,144 | 2,022 | -5.7% |
| Median household income | $53,324 | $61,250 | +14.9% |
| Median home value | $97,300 | $94,500 | -2.9% |
How Coal Grove 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+)
Coal Grove Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ironton | 10,768 | $47,648 | 23.7% | $106,700 |
| South Point | 3,099 | $80,341 | 13.2% | $184,000 |
| Burlington | 2,807 | $31,058 | 13.7% | $127,500 |
| Chesapeake | 1,060 | $54,219 | 8.4% | $118,100 |
| Proctorville | 635 | $35,744 | 30.2% | $118,100 |
| Miller | 467 | $79,063 | 0.0% | $241,300 |
| Athalia | 336 | $46,250 | 22.3% | $108,300 |
| Hanging Rock | 142 | $67,188 | 10.6% | $125,000 |
Cities Similar to Coal Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bremen | 2,001 | $61,078 | $166,400 | 17.8% | 15.7% |
| Navarre | 2,047 | $59,542 | $146,000 | 16.7% | 8.5% |
| Peebles | 1,944 | $62,500 | $120,800 | 14.9% | 24.2% |
| Leipsic | 2,033 | $67,946 | $110,700 | 12.6% | 16.1% |
| Windham | 2,020 | $54,219 | $128,700 | 7.0% | 23.0% |
Population Overview
Coal Grove is a small community located in Ohio, within Lawrence County. The total population is 2,022. It ranks as the 488th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Coal Grove is 37.5 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Coal Grove is $61,250. This is 14% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $94,500. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Coal Grove is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Coal Grove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 84.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Coal Grove, 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 Coal Grove, Ohio?
Coal Grove, Ohio has a population of 2,022 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Coal Grove, OH?
The median household income in Coal Grove is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Coal Grove, OH?
The poverty rate in Coal Grove is 15.1%. This means approximately 296 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Coal Grove, Ohio?
Coal Grove's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Coal Grove, OH?
The median home value in Coal Grove is $94,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Coal Grove, Ohio?
12.4% of adults (25+) in Coal Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.