Pancoastburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pancoastburg, Ohio had a total population of 22, the 1262nd largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 36.4%.
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 (36.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pancoastburg Quick Facts
How Pancoastburg 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 | 18 | 22 | +22.2% |
How Pancoastburg Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Pancoastburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Court House | 14,439 | $55,998 | 17.7% | $159,800 |
| Jeffersonville | 1,240 | $45,750 | 36.0% | $143,800 |
| Bloomingburg | 1,019 | $76,429 | 14.6% | $109,600 |
| Good Hope | 279 | N/A | 7.5% | N/A |
| Milledgeville | 115 | $55,417 | 46.1% | $101,400 |
| Octa | 63 | $27,750 | 76.2% | $77,500 |
Cities Similar to Pancoastburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonburg | 20 | $66,250 | $155,400 | 25.0% | 0.0% |
| Chilo | 15 | $55,750 | N/A | 46.7% | 6.7% |
| Wightmans Grove | 33 | $18,906 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fairview | 37 | $28,929 | $91,700 | 0.0% | 41.7% |
| East Springfield | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 22, Pancoastburg'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
Pancoastburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Fayette County. The total population is 22. It ranks as the 1262nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pancoastburg is 57.7 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. 27.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 36.4%. This is 174% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pancoastburg 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. 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 Pancoastburg, 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 Pancoastburg, Ohio?
Pancoastburg, Ohio has a population of 22 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pancoastburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pancoastburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pancoastburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Pancoastburg is 36.4%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pancoastburg, Ohio?
Pancoastburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pancoastburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pancoastburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pancoastburg, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pancoastburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.