Medway, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Medway, Ohio had a total population of 580, the 847th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $90,814, which is 27% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Medway Quick Facts
How Medway 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 | 709 | 580 | -18.2% |
| Median household income | $88,059 | $90,814 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $173,600 | $182,300 | +5.0% |
How Medway 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+)
Medway Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 58,190 | $47,143 | 23.1% | $116,800 |
| Northridge | 7,817 | $84,974 | 8.2% | $193,800 |
| New Carlisle | 5,544 | $64,443 | 18.7% | $131,800 |
| Park Layne | 4,301 | $82,604 | 13.3% | $131,400 |
| Enon | 2,587 | $96,912 | 6.3% | $206,600 |
| Green Meadows | 2,144 | $73,281 | 14.3% | $157,800 |
| South Charleston | 1,727 | $49,896 | 16.3% | $141,300 |
| Holiday Valley | 1,660 | $91,705 | 3.7% | $206,800 |
| Crystal Lakes | 1,245 | $62,583 | 25.9% | $136,800 |
| South Vienna | 541 | $69,118 | 1.7% | $162,100 |
Cities Similar to Medway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Buren | 583 | $87,216 | $174,400 | 19.0% | 11.8% |
| Cairo | 581 | $83,125 | $114,500 | 20.4% | 6.9% |
| Cuyahoga Heights | 581 | $82,083 | $212,300 | 21.3% | 5.7% |
| Metamora | 597 | $84,219 | $164,600 | 24.6% | 9.2% |
| Owensville | 620 | N/A | $157,700 | 15.3% | 41.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 580, Medway'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
Medway is a small community located in Ohio, within Clark County. The total population is 580. It ranks as the 847th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Medway is 40.5 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Medway is $90,814. This is 27% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $182,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Medway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Medway has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.5% of all residents.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 89.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Medway, 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 Medway, Ohio?
Medway, Ohio has a population of 580 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Medway, OH?
The median household income in Medway is $90,814, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Medway, OH?
The poverty rate in Medway is 14.9%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Medway, Ohio?
Medway's population is 98.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Medway, OH?
The median home value in Medway is $182,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Medway, Ohio?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Medway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.