Muskingum County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Muskingum County is located in Ohio with a total population of 86,382. It is the 31st most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Muskingum County is 40.5 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Muskingum County is $59,203. This is 15% lower than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $170,100. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Muskingum County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Muskingum County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.3%.