Hanging Rock, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hanging Rock, Ohio had a total population of 142, the 1176th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $67,188, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Hanging Rock Quick Facts
How Hanging Rock 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 | 168 | 142 | -15.5% |
| Median household income | $73,125 | $67,188 | -8.1% |
| Median home value | $106,300 | $125,000 | +17.6% |
How Hanging Rock 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+)
Hanging Rock Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ironton | 10,768 | $47,648 | 23.7% | $106,700 |
| South Point | 3,099 | $80,341 | 13.2% | $184,000 |
| Burlington | 2,807 | $31,058 | 13.7% | $127,500 |
| Coal Grove | 2,022 | $61,250 | 15.1% | $94,500 |
| Chesapeake | 1,060 | $54,219 | 8.4% | $118,100 |
| Proctorville | 635 | $35,744 | 30.2% | $118,100 |
| Miller | 467 | $79,063 | 0.0% | $241,300 |
| Athalia | 336 | $46,250 | 22.3% | $108,300 |
Cities Similar to Hanging Rock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tippecanoe | 144 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Vincent | 139 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Marathon | 146 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.0% |
| Sparta | 139 | $71,167 | $125,000 | 11.3% | 2.9% |
| Kimbolton | 135 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Hanging Rock'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
Hanging Rock is a small community located in Ohio, within Lawrence County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 1176th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hanging Rock is 60.2 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 9.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hanging Rock is $67,188. This is 6% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $125,000. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Hanging Rock is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hanging Rock has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hanging Rock, 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 Hanging Rock, Ohio?
Hanging Rock, Ohio has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hanging Rock, OH?
The median household income in Hanging Rock is $67,188, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hanging Rock, OH?
The poverty rate in Hanging Rock is 10.6%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hanging Rock, Ohio?
Hanging Rock's population is 97.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hanging Rock, OH?
The median home value in Hanging Rock is $125,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Hanging Rock, Ohio?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Hanging Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.