Conneaut, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Conneaut, Ohio had a total population of 12,357, the 155th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $61,741, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
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 2.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 12.5% is notably above the national average.
Conneaut Quick Facts
How Conneaut 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 | 12,378 | 12,357 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $50,585 | $61,741 | +22.1% |
| Median home value | $126,700 | $132,400 | +4.5% |
How Conneaut 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+)
Conneaut Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Ashtabula County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashtabula | 17,856 | $44,120 | 29.8% | $105,900 |
| Geneva | 5,886 | $53,557 | 17.1% | $148,300 |
| Edgewood | 4,107 | $62,917 | 15.1% | $115,500 |
| Jefferson | 3,522 | $53,333 | 6.5% | $200,300 |
| North Kingsville | 2,741 | $61,840 | 6.5% | $170,900 |
| Roaming Shores | 1,936 | $91,078 | 6.4% | $226,200 |
| Orwell | 1,707 | $41,563 | 27.4% | $125,900 |
| Saybrook-on-the-Lake | 1,001 | $49,186 | 11.3% | $167,800 |
| Geneva-on-the-Lake | 888 | $50,438 | 21.7% | $174,500 |
| Andover | 797 | $47,941 | 20.5% | $128,400 |
Cities Similar to Conneaut
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Carrollton | 12,976 | $61,619 | $156,900 | 21.7% | 16.0% |
| Wilmington | 12,620 | $57,199 | $174,400 | 21.2% | 17.5% |
| Fostoria | 12,344 | $54,151 | $87,200 | 9.9% | 16.4% |
| Dover | 13,053 | $64,276 | $193,700 | 27.0% | 11.5% |
| Franklin | 11,712 | $58,587 | $183,100 | 15.8% | 22.5% |
Population Overview
Conneaut is a small city located in Ohio, within Ashtabula County. The total population is 12,357. It ranks as the 155th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Conneaut is 40.4 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Conneaut is $61,741. 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 19.4%. This is 46% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 12.5%. This is 163% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $132,400. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Conneaut is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Conneaut has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 8.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
16.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Conneaut, 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 Conneaut, Ohio?
Conneaut, Ohio has a population of 12,357 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Conneaut, OH?
The median household income in Conneaut is $61,741, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Conneaut, OH?
The poverty rate in Conneaut is 19.4%. This means approximately 2,041 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Conneaut, Ohio?
Conneaut's population is 85.4% White, 8.9% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Conneaut, OH?
The median home value in Conneaut is $132,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Conneaut, Ohio?
16.2% of adults (25+) in Conneaut hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.