Columbiana County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Columbiana County is located in Ohio with a total population of 101,203. It is the 27th most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Columbiana County is 44.7 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Columbiana County is $58,474. This is 16% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $139,100. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Columbiana County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Columbiana County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) 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

16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 89.7%.