Dresden, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dresden, Ohio had a total population of 1,725, the 526th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $57,991, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dresden Quick Facts
How Dresden 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 | 1,805 | 1,725 | -4.4% |
| Median household income | $62,546 | $57,991 | -7.3% |
| Median home value | $135,400 | $152,000 | +12.3% |
How Dresden 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+)
Dresden Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Muskingum County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanesville | 24,740 | $43,280 | 24.1% | $123,700 |
| North Zanesville | 2,758 | $83,904 | 4.4% | $248,000 |
| New Concord | 2,657 | $70,313 | 15.7% | $206,800 |
| South Zanesville | 2,211 | $38,824 | 15.8% | $73,400 |
| Roseville | 1,821 | $44,792 | 13.5% | $94,400 |
| Frazeysburg | 1,522 | $51,250 | 16.3% | $116,500 |
| Pleasant Grove | 1,436 | $54,038 | 22.1% | $160,700 |
| Duncan Falls | 1,355 | $116,167 | 3.1% | $219,600 |
| Philo | 683 | $42,344 | 21.8% | $109,000 |
| Adamsville | 328 | $126,953 | 6.7% | $66,900 |
Cities Similar to Dresden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsburg | 1,713 | $59,583 | $166,500 | 15.5% | 15.4% |
| North Lewisburg | 1,706 | $59,271 | $161,900 | 13.3% | 8.4% |
| Stony Prairie | 1,701 | $60,347 | $115,300 | 11.9% | 43.9% |
| North Industry | 1,767 | $55,833 | $112,100 | 15.0% | 11.0% |
| Deshler | 1,728 | $63,750 | $112,500 | 21.5% | 14.0% |
Population Overview
Dresden is a small community located in Ohio, within Muskingum County. The total population is 1,725. It ranks as the 526th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dresden is 40.4 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dresden is $57,991. This is 19% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $152,000. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Dresden is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dresden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dresden, 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 Dresden, Ohio?
Dresden, Ohio has a population of 1,725 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dresden, OH?
The median household income in Dresden is $57,991, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dresden, OH?
The poverty rate in Dresden is 14.0%. This means approximately 241 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dresden, Ohio?
Dresden's population is 96.6% White, 1.2% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dresden, OH?
The median home value in Dresden is $152,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Dresden, Ohio?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Dresden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.