Kanauga, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kanauga, Ohio had a total population of 270, the 1047th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 21.5%.
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%.
Kanauga Quick Facts
How Kanauga 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 | 276 | 270 | -2.2% |
How Kanauga 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+)
Kanauga Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Gallia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallipolis | 3,130 | $45,417 | 14.8% | $119,900 |
| Bidwell | 904 | $60,417 | 40.6% | $99,700 |
| Rio Grande | 739 | $24,524 | 49.3% | $186,800 |
| Crown City | 484 | $62,500 | 20.3% | $146,300 |
| Vinton | 251 | N/A | 19.5% | $103,100 |
| Cheshire | 109 | $55,625 | 16.5% | $97,500 |
| Centerville (Thurman) | 49 | $36,719 | 83.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Kanauga
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 269 | N/A | $109,800 | 21.0% | 5.2% |
| Unionville Center | 269 | $104,545 | $182,500 | 11.4% | 3.7% |
| Irondale | 272 | $57,000 | $76,700 | 16.2% | 23.9% |
| Rudolph | 273 | N/A | N/A | 13.0% | 9.9% |
| New Athens | 267 | $56,875 | $123,600 | 16.3% | 12.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 270, Kanauga'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
Kanauga is a small community located in Ohio, within Gallia County. The total population is 270. It ranks as the 1047th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kanauga is 49.3 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 62% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Kanauga, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 37.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Kanauga 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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kanauga, 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 Kanauga, Ohio?
Kanauga, Ohio has a population of 270 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kanauga, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kanauga — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kanauga, OH?
The poverty rate in Kanauga is 21.5%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kanauga, Ohio?
Kanauga's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kanauga, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Kanauga — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Kanauga, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Kanauga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.