New Straitsville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Straitsville, Ohio had a total population of 684, the 788th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $52,692, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
New Straitsville Quick Facts
How New Straitsville 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 | 682 | 684 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $53,203 | $52,692 | -1.0% |
| Median home value | $61,000 | $68,100 | +11.6% |
How New Straitsville 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+)
New Straitsville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Perry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Lexington | 4,519 | $43,734 | 27.4% | $113,800 |
| Crooksville | 2,379 | $47,411 | 30.7% | $103,300 |
| Thornville | 1,818 | $102,237 | 1.7% | $247,800 |
| Somerset | 1,216 | $55,208 | 17.6% | $225,000 |
| Thornport | 998 | $110,313 | 3.8% | $545,000 |
| Junction City | 773 | $53,125 | 26.9% | $120,000 |
| Corning | 497 | $30,833 | 45.9% | $59,100 |
| Shawnee | 396 | $52,656 | 23.7% | $71,700 |
| Hemlock | 255 | N/A | 11.4% | $52,500 |
| Glenford | 246 | $92,500 | 0.8% | $162,500 |
Cities Similar to New Straitsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno Beach | 673 | N/A | $167,400 | 15.8% | 35.7% |
| Wayne Lakes | 711 | $52,500 | $143,600 | 8.9% | 5.9% |
| Bolton | 649 | N/A | $103,300 | 18.1% | 36.7% |
| Hide-A-Way Hills | 646 | N/A | $267,900 | 39.6% | 0.0% |
| McClure | 724 | $52,500 | $86,600 | 7.5% | 9.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 684, New Straitsville'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
New Straitsville is a small community located in Ohio, within Perry County. The total population is 684. It ranks as the 788th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Straitsville is 43.5 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Straitsville is $52,692. This is 26% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $68,100. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, New Straitsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in New Straitsville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.6% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
6.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Straitsville, 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 New Straitsville, Ohio?
New Straitsville, Ohio has a population of 684 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Straitsville, OH?
The median household income in New Straitsville is $52,692, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Straitsville, OH?
The poverty rate in New Straitsville is 17.1%. This means approximately 117 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Straitsville, Ohio?
New Straitsville's population is 99.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Straitsville, OH?
The median home value in New Straitsville is $68,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is New Straitsville, Ohio?
6.6% of adults (25+) in New Straitsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.