Coshocton County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Coshocton County is located in Ohio with a total population of 36,679. It is the 67th most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coshocton County is 41.0 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coshocton County is $54,687. This is 22% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.8%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $142,300. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Coshocton County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Coshocton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.7%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 85.0%.