Paulding, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Paulding, Ohio had a total population of 3,230, the 382nd largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.1% is notably above the national average.
Paulding Quick Facts
How Paulding 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 | 3,513 | 3,230 | -8.1% |
| Median household income | $56,308 | $53,750 | -4.5% |
| Median home value | $108,400 | $120,200 | +10.9% |
How Paulding 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+)
Paulding Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Paulding County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antwerp | 1,916 | $58,036 | 9.7% | $144,800 |
| Payne | 1,418 | $63,438 | 17.4% | $112,000 |
| Oakwood (Paulding County) | 499 | $46,172 | 25.1% | $81,400 |
| Grover Hill | 435 | $71,944 | 10.7% | $70,900 |
| Melrose | 404 | $93,269 | 11.6% | $122,200 |
| Haviland | 186 | $74,500 | 11.3% | $89,200 |
| Latty | 182 | $90,000 | 12.6% | $98,600 |
| Cecil | 138 | $76,250 | 20.4% | $45,000 |
| Broughton | 118 | $46,818 | 35.6% | $80,000 |
Cities Similar to Paulding
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mingo Junction | 3,254 | $53,833 | $104,000 | 17.8% | 26.3% |
| Mount Healthy Heights | 3,263 | $53,346 | $145,900 | 22.7% | 11.6% |
| Minerva | 3,196 | $54,380 | $124,400 | 8.6% | 13.0% |
| Loudonville | 3,230 | $56,005 | $168,900 | 22.8% | 10.4% |
| Shadyside | 3,387 | $54,153 | $143,100 | 21.0% | 8.2% |
Population Overview
Paulding is a small community located in Ohio, within Paulding County. The total population is 3,230. It ranks as the 382nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Paulding is 38.7 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Paulding is $53,750. This is 25% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 9.1%. This is 91% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $120,200. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Paulding is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Paulding is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.2%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.2% vs 4.8%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Paulding, 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 Paulding, Ohio?
Paulding, Ohio has a population of 3,230 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Paulding, OH?
The median household income in Paulding is $53,750, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Paulding, OH?
The poverty rate in Paulding is 11.9%. This means approximately 380 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Paulding, Ohio?
Paulding's population is 79.7% White, 0.6% Black, 13.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Paulding, OH?
The median home value in Paulding is $120,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Paulding, Ohio?
13.6% of adults (25+) in Paulding hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.