Lucas, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lucas, Ohio had a total population of 593, the 836th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $57,333, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 10.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.
Lucas Quick Facts
How Lucas 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 | 524 | 593 | +13.2% |
| Median household income | $57,353 | $57,333 | -0.0% |
| Median home value | $116,800 | $142,300 | +21.8% |
How Lucas 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+)
Lucas Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Richland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield | 47,663 | $44,540 | 23.5% | $119,600 |
| Galion | 10,339 | $52,176 | 15.2% | $112,700 |
| Shelby | 8,865 | $58,351 | 13.2% | $122,200 |
| Ontario | 6,667 | $68,539 | 7.4% | $174,500 |
| Lexington | 4,774 | $52,196 | 13.8% | $192,300 |
| Crestline | 4,470 | $51,766 | 14.4% | $104,600 |
| Bellville | 2,086 | $67,396 | 11.8% | $212,200 |
| Roseland | 1,827 | $48,618 | 19.8% | $92,500 |
| Plymouth | 1,804 | $73,750 | 13.8% | $116,300 |
| Butler | 1,146 | $75,250 | 5.0% | $180,700 |
Cities Similar to Lucas
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Point | 592 | $55,337 | $90,300 | 9.7% | 10.3% |
| South Mount Vernon | 589 | $59,018 | N/A | 14.0% | 33.1% |
| Mount Victory | 577 | $56,875 | $147,200 | 13.3% | 7.4% |
| Owensville | 620 | N/A | $157,700 | 15.3% | 41.0% |
| Thurston | 597 | $62,188 | $157,500 | 5.4% | 11.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 593, Lucas'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
Lucas is a small community located in Ohio, within Richland County. The total population is 593. It ranks as the 836th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lucas is 36.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lucas is $57,333. This is 20% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $142,300. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Lucas is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lucas is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lucas, 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 Lucas, Ohio?
Lucas, Ohio has a population of 593 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lucas, OH?
The median household income in Lucas is $57,333, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lucas, OH?
The poverty rate in Lucas is 10.1%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lucas, Ohio?
Lucas's population is 83.6% White, 8.9% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lucas, OH?
The median home value in Lucas is $142,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Lucas, Ohio?
10.0% of adults (25+) in Lucas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.