Good Hope, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Good Hope, Ohio had a total population of 279, the 1036th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Good Hope Quick Facts
How Good Hope 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 | 199 | 279 | +40.2% |
How Good Hope Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Good Hope Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Court House | 14,439 | $55,998 | 17.7% | $159,800 |
| Jeffersonville | 1,240 | $45,750 | 36.0% | $143,800 |
| Bloomingburg | 1,019 | $76,429 | 14.6% | $109,600 |
| Milledgeville | 115 | $55,417 | 46.1% | $101,400 |
| Octa | 63 | $27,750 | 76.2% | $77,500 |
| Pancoastburg | 22 | N/A | 36.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Good Hope
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeville Corners | 279 | $83,141 | $173,300 | 8.8% | 10.8% |
| Higginsport | 278 | $53,125 | $104,200 | 4.8% | 21.3% |
| St. Louisville | 278 | $73,382 | $157,800 | 8.2% | 11.5% |
| Bentonville | 277 | N/A | $265,800 | 0.0% | 2.5% |
| Harpster | 277 | $29,167 | $137,800 | 7.2% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 279, Good Hope'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
Good Hope is a small community located in Ohio, within Fayette County. The total population is 279. It ranks as the 1036th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Good Hope is 39.3 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. With 38.4% of the population under 18, Good Hope has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Good Hope, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 62.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Good Hope 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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Good Hope, 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 Good Hope, Ohio?
Good Hope, Ohio has a population of 279 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Good Hope, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Good Hope — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Good Hope, OH?
The poverty rate in Good Hope is 7.5%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Good Hope, Ohio?
Good Hope's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Good Hope, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Good Hope — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Good Hope, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Good Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.