Friendship, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Friendship, Ohio had a total population of 353, the 971st largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $134,259, which is 88% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 88% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Ohio.
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.3% — among the lowest in Ohio.
Friendship Quick Facts
How Friendship 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 | 479 | 353 | -26.3% |
How Friendship Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Friendship Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Scioto County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth | 17,728 | $34,713 | 35.4% | $103,300 |
| Wheelersburg | 6,313 | $63,132 | 11.4% | $210,000 |
| West Portsmouth | 2,605 | $41,695 | 13.1% | $115,500 |
| New Boston | 2,470 | $22,932 | 31.0% | $64,200 |
| Rosemount | 2,199 | $41,742 | 13.4% | $111,900 |
| Franklin Furnace | 1,594 | $59,621 | 12.5% | $147,200 |
| Lucasville | 1,527 | $64,044 | 8.5% | $226,100 |
| South Webster | 873 | $60,417 | 16.3% | $113,100 |
| Clarktown | 802 | N/A | 20.8% | $207,400 |
| Sciotodale | 794 | $50,507 | 11.4% | $120,000 |
Cities Similar to Friendship
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austinburg | 359 | N/A | $162,500 | 13.0% | 13.3% |
| Damascus | 361 | N/A | $137,500 | 14.6% | 0.0% |
| Flat Rock | 340 | N/A | $92,500 | 28.7% | 24.7% |
| New Haven (Hamilton County) | 340 | N/A | $9,999 | 11.7% | 37.4% |
| New Pittsburg | 332 | N/A | $164,300 | 17.7% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 353, Friendship'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
Friendship is a small community located in Ohio, within Scioto County. The total population is 353. It ranks as the 971st most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Friendship is 30.9 years. This is 22% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. With 33.4% of the population under 18, Friendship has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Friendship is $134,259. This is 88% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 66% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.3%. This is 82% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Friendship, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 58.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Friendship 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
10.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 96.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Friendship, 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 Friendship, Ohio?
Friendship, Ohio has a population of 353 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Friendship, OH?
The median household income in Friendship is $134,259, which is 66% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Friendship, OH?
The poverty rate in Friendship is 2.3%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Friendship, Ohio?
Friendship's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Friendship, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Friendship — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Friendship, Ohio?
10.1% of adults (25+) in Friendship hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.