Licking County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Licking County is located in Ohio with a total population of 180,311. It is the 17th most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Licking County is 40.2 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Licking County is $81,033. This is 16% higher than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $250,700. Housing costs are 26% higher than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Licking County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 12.1%.

Education

29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 93.1%.