Melmore, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Melmore, Ohio had a total population of 112, the 1206th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $69,018, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Melmore Quick Facts
How Melmore 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 | 99 | 112 | +13.1% |
| Median household income | $66,932 | $69,018 | +3.1% |
How Melmore 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+)
Melmore Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Seneca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin | 17,818 | $56,198 | 14.8% | $142,200 |
| Attica | 755 | $69,063 | 10.2% | $113,800 |
| Bloomville | 721 | $69,000 | 17.0% | $96,800 |
| Bettsville | 562 | $65,417 | 14.7% | $99,900 |
| Republic | 456 | $63,125 | 10.3% | $85,000 |
| McCutchenville | 346 | $83,393 | 0.0% | $154,200 |
| Flat Rock | 340 | N/A | 24.7% | $92,500 |
| New Riegel | 316 | $63,750 | 15.2% | $119,000 |
| Bascom | 298 | $90,592 | 0.0% | $145,500 |
| Kansas | 200 | $53,144 | 40.0% | $73,800 |
Cities Similar to Melmore
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor View | 110 | $72,083 | $105,000 | 13.2% | 5.5% |
| Marseilles | 106 | $63,750 | $75,000 | 16.5% | 24.5% |
| Salesville | 100 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Limaville | 110 | $83,603 | $114,900 | 48.3% | 0.0% |
| Cynthiana | 126 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 80.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 112, Melmore'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
Melmore is a small community located in Ohio, within Seneca County. The total population is 112. It ranks as the 1206th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Melmore is 53.0 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Melmore is $69,018. This is 3% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Melmore, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Melmore 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
3.6% 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. This is 89% 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 86.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Melmore, 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 Melmore, Ohio?
Melmore, Ohio has a population of 112 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Melmore, OH?
The median household income in Melmore is $69,018, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Melmore, OH?
The poverty rate in Melmore is 8.9%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Melmore, Ohio?
Melmore's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Melmore, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Melmore — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Melmore, Ohio?
3.6% of adults (25+) in Melmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.