Orient, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orient, Ohio had a total population of 288, the 1030th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $53,182, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Orient Quick Facts
How Orient 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 | 209 | 288 | +37.8% |
| Median household income | $50,385 | $53,182 | +5.6% |
How Orient 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+)
Orient Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Pickaway County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circleville | 14,142 | $60,296 | 18.9% | $191,700 |
| Ashville | 4,648 | $66,522 | 4.0% | $291,000 |
| South Bloomfield | 3,329 | $75,625 | 10.8% | $219,000 |
| Commercial Point | 3,141 | $107,868 | 4.1% | $344,600 |
| Logan Elm Village | 1,214 | $84,750 | 12.3% | $204,200 |
| Williamsport | 1,032 | $57,386 | 20.7% | $155,200 |
| New Holland | 955 | $47,159 | 28.5% | $137,100 |
| Derby | 435 | $29,035 | 58.4% | $134,400 |
| Darbyville | 264 | $52,614 | 27.3% | $134,100 |
Cities Similar to Orient
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negley | 288 | N/A | $85,200 | 0.0% | 2.8% |
| Olde West Chester | 291 | N/A | $374,200 | 51.2% | 0.0% |
| Lafayette | 293 | $53,125 | $121,300 | 7.8% | 7.8% |
| Good Hope | 279 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 7.5% |
| Higginsport | 278 | $53,125 | $104,200 | 4.8% | 21.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 288, Orient'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
Orient is a small community located in Ohio, within Pickaway County. The total population is 288. It ranks as the 1030th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orient is 54.5 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 2.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orient is $53,182. This is 26% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Orient, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Orient 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
12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 82.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orient, 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 Orient, Ohio?
Orient, Ohio has a population of 288 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orient, OH?
The median household income in Orient is $53,182, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orient, OH?
The poverty rate in Orient is 16.3%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orient, Ohio?
Orient's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orient, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Orient — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Orient, Ohio?
12.8% of adults (25+) in Orient hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.