Orrville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orrville, Ohio had a total population of 8,343, the 212th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $72,569, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Orrville Quick Facts
How Orrville 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 | 8,361 | 8,343 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $70,103 | $72,569 | +3.5% |
| Median home value | $178,500 | $188,900 | +5.8% |
How Orrville 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+)
Orrville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Wayne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wooster | 26,971 | $66,898 | 9.2% | $214,200 |
| Doylestown | 3,048 | $79,181 | 3.1% | $268,500 |
| Dalton | 1,636 | $68,571 | 4.1% | $183,300 |
| Shreve | 1,552 | $66,220 | 10.3% | $145,200 |
| Smithville | 1,330 | $71,944 | 6.7% | $197,100 |
| West Salem | 1,033 | $62,042 | 13.9% | $125,900 |
| Apple Creek | 963 | $71,250 | 7.4% | $191,400 |
| Marshallville | 707 | $59,821 | 6.0% | $172,300 |
| Kidron | 608 | $70,227 | 1.6% | $201,900 |
| Fredericksburg | 452 | $75,909 | 1.3% | $168,400 |
Cities Similar to Orrville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacklick Estates | 8,389 | $69,368 | $165,000 | 14.0% | 12.7% |
| St. Marys | 8,301 | $79,516 | $148,500 | 17.5% | 6.6% |
| Oberlin | 8,329 | $81,308 | $225,600 | 53.8% | 16.1% |
| North Madison | 8,594 | $67,711 | $157,300 | 17.6% | 10.0% |
| Napoleon | 8,802 | $76,639 | $146,600 | 19.5% | 7.9% |
Population Overview
Orrville is a small city located in Ohio, within Wayne County. The total population is 8,343. It ranks as the 212th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orrville is 40.2 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orrville is $72,569. This is 2% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $188,900. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Orrville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Orrville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.6%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 92.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orrville, 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 Orrville, Ohio?
Orrville, Ohio has a population of 8,343 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orrville, OH?
The median household income in Orrville is $72,569, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orrville, OH?
The poverty rate in Orrville is 15.2%. This means approximately 1,245 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orrville, Ohio?
Orrville's population is 83.4% White, 7.6% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orrville, OH?
The median home value in Orrville is $188,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Orrville, Ohio?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Orrville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.