Mount Carmel, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Carmel, Ohio had a total population of 4,890, the 295th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $70,000, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.
Mount Carmel Quick Facts
How Mount Carmel 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 | 4,611 | 4,890 | +6.1% |
| Median household income | $64,738 | $70,000 | +8.1% |
| Median home value | $198,600 | $226,100 | +13.8% |
How Mount Carmel 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+)
Mount Carmel Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Clermont County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia | 12,871 | $70,938 | 13.0% | $230,400 |
| Withamsville | 7,429 | $72,300 | 13.7% | $229,400 |
| Summerside | 4,662 | $71,241 | 17.1% | $210,200 |
| Mulberry | 3,821 | $75,969 | 6.6% | $219,600 |
| Mount Repose | 3,798 | $102,031 | 2.8% | $253,500 |
| Batavia | 2,794 | $60,984 | 18.9% | $205,800 |
| New Richmond | 2,766 | $80,536 | 11.5% | $235,900 |
| Bethel | 2,658 | $43,779 | 27.5% | $158,500 |
| Williamsburg | 2,608 | $62,500 | 14.6% | $196,900 |
| Day Heights | 2,457 | $94,138 | 2.0% | $258,900 |
Cities Similar to Mount Carmel
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverton | 4,860 | $72,143 | $200,500 | 39.1% | 14.2% |
| Summerside | 4,662 | $71,241 | $210,200 | 30.2% | 17.1% |
| St. Clairsville | 5,003 | $76,480 | $199,000 | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Ashville | 4,648 | $66,522 | $291,000 | 20.9% | 4.0% |
| West Milton | 4,771 | $62,885 | $141,800 | 14.8% | 15.3% |
Population Overview
Mount Carmel is a small community located in Ohio, within Clermont County. The total population is 4,890. It ranks as the 295th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Carmel is 41.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mount Carmel is $70,000. This is 2% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $226,100. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 61.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Carmel has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 12.0%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 89.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Carmel, 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 Mount Carmel, Ohio?
Mount Carmel, Ohio has a population of 4,890 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Carmel, OH?
The median household income in Mount Carmel is $70,000, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Carmel, OH?
The poverty rate in Mount Carmel is 13.7%. This means approximately 671 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Carmel, Ohio?
Mount Carmel's population is 89.1% White, 0.2% Black, 2.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Carmel, OH?
The median home value in Mount Carmel is $226,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Mount Carmel, Ohio?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Mount Carmel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.