Mantua, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mantua, Ohio had a total population of 661, the 793rd largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $49,732, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Mantua Quick Facts
How Mantua 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 | 694 | 661 | -4.8% |
| Median household income | $48,920 | $49,732 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $169,100 | $179,200 | +6.0% |
How Mantua 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+)
Mantua Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Portage County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent | 27,116 | $42,964 | 27.1% | $219,900 |
| Streetsboro | 17,661 | $90,274 | 5.6% | $220,500 |
| Aurora | 17,581 | $127,886 | 3.4% | $387,800 |
| Ravenna | 11,274 | $59,971 | 19.1% | $139,700 |
| Brimfield | 2,979 | $90,377 | 4.2% | $200,100 |
| Garrettsville | 2,752 | $66,404 | 11.2% | $191,000 |
| Windham | 2,020 | $54,219 | 23.0% | $128,700 |
| Hiram | 1,201 | $75,313 | 14.8% | $223,400 |
| Suffield | 1,126 | $61,667 | 8.4% | $215,600 |
| Brady Lake | 831 | $44,205 | 11.6% | $175,400 |
Cities Similar to Mantua
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno Beach | 673 | N/A | $167,400 | 15.8% | 35.7% |
| Bolton | 649 | N/A | $103,300 | 18.1% | 36.7% |
| Hide-A-Way Hills | 646 | N/A | $267,900 | 39.6% | 0.0% |
| Coolville | 664 | $47,333 | $128,600 | 13.9% | 18.1% |
| Sycamore | 647 | $48,438 | $116,600 | 17.8% | 10.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 661, Mantua'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
Mantua is a small community located in Ohio, within Portage County. The total population is 661. It ranks as the 793rd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mantua is 38.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mantua is $49,732. This is 30% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $179,200. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 60.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mantua has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mantua, 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 Mantua, Ohio?
Mantua, Ohio has a population of 661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mantua, OH?
The median household income in Mantua is $49,732, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mantua, OH?
The poverty rate in Mantua is 11.8%. This means approximately 78 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mantua, Ohio?
Mantua's population is 92.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mantua, OH?
The median home value in Mantua is $179,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Mantua, Ohio?
22.3% of adults (25+) in Mantua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.