Cynthiana, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cynthiana, Ohio had a total population of 126, the 1189th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 80.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (80.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Cynthiana Quick Facts
How Cynthiana 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 | 23 | 126 | +447.8% |
How Cynthiana 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+)
Cynthiana Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Pike County
Cities Similar to Cynthiana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beulah Beach | 126 | $49,286 | N/A | 26.6% | 0.0% |
| Dola | 126 | $27,292 | $55,000 | 11.5% | 15.9% |
| Put-in-Bay | 126 | $63,750 | $450,000 | 34.9% | 7.5% |
| Macksburg | 125 | $51,875 | $75,000 | 0.0% | 28.8% |
| Kelleys Island | 128 | $82,917 | $346,400 | 53.4% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 126, Cynthiana's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Cynthiana is a small community located in Ohio, within Pike County. The total population is 126. It ranks as the 1189th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cynthiana is 41.5 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. With 38.9% of the population under 18, Cynthiana has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 80.2%. This is 503% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cynthiana, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 46.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Cynthiana was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 44.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cynthiana, 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 Cynthiana, Ohio?
Cynthiana, Ohio has a population of 126 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cynthiana, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cynthiana — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cynthiana, OH?
The poverty rate in Cynthiana is 80.2%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cynthiana, Ohio?
Cynthiana's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cynthiana, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cynthiana — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cynthiana, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Cynthiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.