Payne, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Payne, Ohio had a total population of 1,418, the 585th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $63,438, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
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 1.8x.
Payne Quick Facts
How Payne 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 | 1,329 | 1,418 | +6.7% |
| Median household income | $56,250 | $63,438 | +12.8% |
| Median home value | $107,500 | $112,000 | +4.2% |
How Payne 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+)
Payne Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Paulding County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paulding | 3,230 | $53,750 | 11.9% | $120,200 |
| Antwerp | 1,916 | $58,036 | 9.7% | $144,800 |
| 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 Payne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland | 1,438 | $64,868 | $256,000 | 33.2% | 9.2% |
| East Canton | 1,427 | $57,364 | $147,000 | 18.8% | 8.9% |
| Jackson Center | 1,339 | $64,900 | $167,000 | 23.1% | 13.7% |
| Greenwich | 1,366 | $67,734 | $121,600 | 14.1% | 18.5% |
| Lucasville | 1,527 | $64,044 | $226,100 | 24.7% | 8.5% |
Population Overview
Payne is a small community located in Ohio, within Paulding County. The total population is 1,418. It ranks as the 585th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Payne is 29.4 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. With 32.1% of the population under 18, Payne has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Payne is $63,438. This is 11% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.4%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $112,000. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Payne is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Payne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Payne, 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 Payne, Ohio?
Payne, Ohio has a population of 1,418 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Payne, OH?
The median household income in Payne is $63,438, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Payne, OH?
The poverty rate in Payne is 17.4%. This means approximately 233 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Payne, Ohio?
Payne's population is 95.6% White, 0.0% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Payne, OH?
The median home value in Payne is $112,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Payne, Ohio?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Payne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.