Jefferson village, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Jefferson village, Ohio Demographics
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As of 2026, Jefferson village, Ohio has a total population of 3,347, the 379th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $47,469, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Jefferson village Quick Facts

Population 3,347

Median Household Income $47,469

Median Home Value $189,500

Poverty Rate 12.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 55.2 years

Homeownership Rate 71.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.8%

High School Graduation Rate 85.8%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 3,347 379th of 1,264

Median Income $47,469 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 12.6% about average national

Median Home Value $189,500 top 30%

How Jefferson village Compares

Median Household Income

Jefferson village

$47,469

$69,680

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Jefferson village

$189,500

$199,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.4%

$25K-$50K 26.7%

$50K-$100K 32.2%

$100K+ 17.7%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

55.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.5%

Renter 28.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.2%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

15.8%

55-74

33.2%

75+

17.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Jefferson village Rankings in Ohio

#379 Population of 1,264

#1004 Median Income of 1,264

#754 Education of 1,264

#350 Home Value of 1,264

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Cities Similar to Jefferson village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gallipolis village	3,352	$50,631	$119,800	24.1%	19.3%
Lockland village	3,493	$49,174	$101,200	13.5%	18.4%
Millersburg village	3,170	$46,500	$144,800	23.3%	14.9%
Minerva village	3,274	$52,755	$113,100	9.6%	14.7%
Loudonville village	3,249	$54,508	$151,400	18.8%	14.0%

Population Overview

Jefferson village is a small community located in Ohio. The total population is 3,347. It ranks as the 379th most populous out of 1,264 cities and towns in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Jefferson village is 55.2 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 39.6 years. 17.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Jefferson village is $47,469. This is 32% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 40% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $189,500. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Jefferson village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.0%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.0% vs 4.6%).

Education

14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 85.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Jefferson village, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Jefferson village, Ohio?

Jefferson village, Ohio has a population of 3,347 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Jefferson village, OH?

The median household income in Jefferson village is $47,469, which is 40% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Jefferson village, OH?

The poverty rate in Jefferson village is 12.6%. This means approximately 402 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Jefferson village, Ohio?

Jefferson village's population is 89.2% White, 0.8% Black, 8.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Jefferson village, OH?

The median home value in Jefferson village is $189,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Jefferson village, Ohio?

14.8% of adults (25+) in Jefferson village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.