Hardin County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hardin County is located in Ohio with a total population of 30,527. It is the 72nd most populous county out of 88 in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hardin County is 35.3 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hardin County is $58,001. This is 17% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $134,800. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Hardin County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hardin County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.7%.