Highland County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Highland County is located in Ohio with a total population of 43,403. It is the 56th most populous county out of 88 in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Highland County is 40.8 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Highland County is $62,008. This is 11% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $157,000. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Highland 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

Highland County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 86.9%.