Miltonsburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Miltonsburg, Ohio had a total population of 46, the 1257th largest village in Ohio. The poverty rate is 21.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Miltonsburg Quick Facts
How Miltonsburg 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 | 69 | 46 | -33.3% |
How Miltonsburg 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+)
Miltonsburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Monroe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodsfield | 2,404 | $49,390 | 25.4% | $108,600 |
| Sardis | 427 | $62,866 | 2.6% | $114,000 |
| Beallsville | 368 | $38,438 | 26.8% | $125,000 |
| Clarington | 330 | $41,667 | 33.0% | $123,000 |
| Hannibal | 241 | $77,824 | 9.1% | $161,200 |
| Lewisville | 191 | $83,000 | 20.5% | $110,300 |
| Jerusalem | 124 | $30,625 | 23.4% | $108,800 |
| Graysville | 71 | $53,750 | 12.7% | $107,500 |
| Stafford | 70 | $53,125 | 24.3% | $152,500 |
| Antioch | 53 | N/A | 13.2% | $87,000 |
Cities Similar to Miltonsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville (Thurman) | 49 | $36,719 | N/A | 5.3% | 83.7% |
| Kilbourne | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Holiday City | 52 | $82,500 | N/A | 23.7% | 9.6% |
| Antioch | 53 | N/A | $87,000 | 2.1% | 13.2% |
| Parkman | 53 | N/A | N/A | 1.9% | 28.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 46, Miltonsburg'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
Miltonsburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Monroe County. The total population is 46. It ranks as the 1257th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Miltonsburg is 58.5 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 8.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.7%. This is 64% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 56% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $82,500. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $214,800. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Miltonsburg 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
3.0% 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 90% 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 84.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Miltonsburg, 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 Miltonsburg, Ohio?
Miltonsburg, Ohio has a population of 46 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Miltonsburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Miltonsburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Miltonsburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Miltonsburg is 21.7%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Miltonsburg, Ohio?
Miltonsburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Miltonsburg, OH?
The median home value in Miltonsburg is $82,500.
How educated is Miltonsburg, Ohio?
3.0% of adults (25+) in Miltonsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.