Nankin, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nankin, Ohio had a total population of 421, the 926th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $145,536, which is 104% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 104% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Ohio.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Nankin Quick Facts
How Nankin 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 | 444 | 421 | -5.2% |
| Median home value | $129,500 | $148,200 | +14.4% |
How Nankin 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+)
Nankin Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Ashland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland | 18,911 | $60,029 | 16.6% | $157,900 |
| Loudonville | 3,230 | $56,005 | 10.4% | $168,900 |
| Sullivan | 1,027 | $67,964 | 8.8% | $205,900 |
| Cinnamon Lake | 933 | $79,320 | 1.3% | $214,500 |
| Perrysville | 822 | $54,125 | 18.6% | $114,000 |
| Hayesville | 580 | $76,250 | 5.3% | $145,300 |
| Jeromesville | 547 | $68,750 | 13.2% | $136,400 |
| Polk | 380 | $68,125 | 20.8% | $132,700 |
| Bailey Lakes | 314 | $75,000 | 9.9% | $146,900 |
| Savannah | 306 | $73,750 | 5.6% | $165,300 |
Cities Similar to Nankin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerston | 420 | N/A | $75,000 | 11.3% | 30.5% |
| McDermott | 423 | N/A | $66,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Marne | 416 | N/A | $218,300 | 11.1% | 25.2% |
| Waterford | 395 | N/A | $208,900 | 36.7% | 2.3% |
| Dundee | 390 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 421, Nankin'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
Nankin is a small community located in Ohio, within Ashland County. The total population is 421. It ranks as the 926th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nankin is 37.9 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nankin is $145,536. This is 104% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 80% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Nankin, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $148,200. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Nankin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Nankin was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.1% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
45.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% higher than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nankin, 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 Nankin, Ohio?
Nankin, Ohio has a population of 421 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nankin, OH?
The median household income in Nankin is $145,536, which is 80% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nankin, OH?
The poverty rate in Nankin is 9.3%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nankin, Ohio?
Nankin's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nankin, OH?
The median home value in Nankin is $148,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Nankin, Ohio?
45.6% of adults (25+) in Nankin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.