Owensville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Owensville, Ohio had a total population of 620, the 819th largest village in Ohio. The poverty rate is 41.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Owensville Quick Facts
How Owensville 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 | 768 | 620 | -19.3% |
| Median home value | $144,300 | $157,700 | +9.3% |
How Owensville 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+)
Owensville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Clermont County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia | 12,871 | $70,938 | 13.0% | $230,400 |
| Withamsville | 7,429 | $72,300 | 13.7% | $229,400 |
| Mount Carmel | 4,890 | $70,000 | 13.7% | $226,100 |
| Summerside | 4,662 | $71,241 | 17.1% | $210,200 |
| Mulberry | 3,821 | $75,969 | 6.6% | $219,600 |
| Mount Repose | 3,798 | $102,031 | 2.8% | $253,500 |
| Batavia | 2,794 | $60,984 | 18.9% | $205,800 |
| New Richmond | 2,766 | $80,536 | 11.5% | $235,900 |
| Bethel | 2,658 | $43,779 | 27.5% | $158,500 |
| Williamsburg | 2,608 | $62,500 | 14.6% | $196,900 |
Cities Similar to Owensville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View | 622 | $79,792 | $169,300 | 26.2% | 4.5% |
| Ai | 618 | $86,537 | $9,999 | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Bainbridge | 617 | $56,250 | $97,700 | 17.2% | 25.4% |
| Chippewa Park | 617 | $55,595 | $137,900 | 16.9% | 28.5% |
| Stockport | 617 | $34,744 | $110,700 | 8.0% | 25.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 620, Owensville'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
Owensville is a small community located in Ohio, within Clermont County. The total population is 620. It ranks as the 819th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Owensville is 41.3 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. With 30.6% of the population under 18, Owensville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 41.0%. This is 208% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Owensville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $157,700. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $214,800. 32.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Owensville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 66.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Owensville, 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 Owensville, Ohio?
Owensville, Ohio has a population of 620 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Owensville, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Owensville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Owensville, OH?
The poverty rate in Owensville is 41.0%. This means approximately 254 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Owensville, Ohio?
Owensville's population is 87.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Owensville, OH?
The median home value in Owensville is $157,700.
How educated is Owensville, Ohio?
15.3% of adults (25+) in Owensville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.