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Findlay, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Findlay, Ohio had a total population of 40,287, the 32nd largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $61,423, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Findlay Quick Facts

Population 40,287
Median Household Income $61,423
Median Home Value $191,000
Poverty Rate 12.3%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 38.0 years
Homeownership Rate 59.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.6%
High School Graduation Rate 95.3%
Diversity Index 31/100
Population 40,287 32nd of 1,264
Median Income $61,423 average
Poverty Rate 12.3% 1% lower than national
Median Home Value $191,000 above average

How Findlay Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population40,28040,287+0.0%
Median household income$57,344$61,423+7.1%
Median home value$183,300$191,000+4.2%

How Findlay Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.7%
$25K-$50K 23.8%
$50K-$100K 33.8%
$100K+ 26.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.1%
$10K-$15K
5.7%
$15K-$20K
2.5%
$20K-$25K
3.5%
$25K-$30K
5.1%
$30K-$35K
5.7%
$35K-$40K
4.8%
$40K-$45K
5.3%
$45K-$50K
2.9%
$50K-$60K
9.0%
$60K-$75K
8.9%
$75K-$100K
15.9%
$100K-$125K
7.8%
$125K-$150K
7.0%
$150K-$200K
6.6%
$200K+
5.4%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
63.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.9%
Renter 40.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $975/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

31out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Findlay Rankings in Ohio

#32 Population of 1,264
#717 Median Income of 1,191
#322 Education of 1,264
#411 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Hancock County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Arlington 1,675 $77,450 9.7% $205,000
McComb 1,297 $64,112 9.8% $146,800
Arcadia 807 $91,385 7.3% $165,700
Rawson 642 $56,875 20.4% $133,300
Van Buren 583 $87,216 11.8% $174,400
Mount Blanchard 500 $72,438 6.6% $115,600
Mount Cory 387 $71,250 5.4% $89,200
Benton Ridge 370 $75,938 5.7% $129,200
Jenera 254 $55,323 13.4% $112,500
Vanlue 254 $81,875 7.5% $120,800

Cities Similar to Findlay

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lancaster41,249$59,133$193,90021.9%12.6%
Reynoldsburg41,224$72,972$244,30032.0%12.0%
Fairborn34,534$61,751$175,00030.2%13.7%
Cleveland Heights44,497$72,826$192,10058.7%15.9%
Huber Heights43,455$79,131$177,30026.1%9.6%

Population Overview

Findlay is a mid-sized community located in Ohio, within Hancock County. The total population is 40,287. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Findlay is 38.0 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Findlay is $61,423. 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 12.3%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $191,000. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 59.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Findlay is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.6% vs 4.8%).

Education

30.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Findlay, 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 Findlay, Ohio?

Findlay, Ohio has a population of 40,287 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Findlay, OH?

The median household income in Findlay is $61,423, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Findlay, OH?

The poverty rate in Findlay is 12.3%. This means approximately 4,740 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Findlay, Ohio?

Findlay's population is 82.8% White, 2.6% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Findlay, OH?

The median home value in Findlay is $191,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Findlay, Ohio?

30.6% of adults (25+) in Findlay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.