Petersburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Petersburg, Ohio had a total population of 302, the 1018th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $83,300, which is 17% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.
Petersburg Quick Facts
How Petersburg 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 | 308 | 302 | -1.9% |
How Petersburg 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+)
Petersburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Mahoning County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown | 59,331 | $34,408 | 37.3% | $63,300 |
| Austintown | 30,164 | $52,978 | 16.9% | $144,300 |
| Salem | 11,758 | $47,073 | 21.3% | $119,400 |
| Struthers | 9,923 | $53,447 | 15.0% | $100,100 |
| Campbell | 7,784 | $42,909 | 31.1% | $82,300 |
| Canfield | 7,649 | $97,439 | 4.1% | $254,800 |
| Sebring | 4,146 | $49,541 | 20.3% | $90,300 |
| Mineral Ridge | 3,657 | $59,161 | 6.0% | $154,600 |
| Poland | 2,357 | $92,417 | 3.5% | $199,700 |
| Woodworth | 1,824 | $60,417 | 11.8% | $146,300 |
Cities Similar to Petersburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bladensburg | 300 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 15.3% |
| East Liberty | 300 | N/A | $334,700 | 28.1% | 28.0% |
| Olde West Chester | 291 | N/A | $374,200 | 51.2% | 0.0% |
| Haydenville | 314 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 54.8% |
| Negley | 288 | N/A | $85,200 | 0.0% | 2.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 302, Petersburg'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
Petersburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Mahoning County. The total population is 302. It ranks as the 1018th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Petersburg is 29.6 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 39.7 years. With 30.1% of the population under 18, Petersburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Petersburg is $83,300. This is 17% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.6%. This is 77% 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 unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 100% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Petersburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.6%. The Black or African American population (5.6%) is well below the state average of 12.0%.
Education
46.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% higher 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 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, Ohio?
Petersburg, Ohio has a population of 302 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Petersburg, OH?
The median household income in Petersburg is $83,300, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Petersburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Petersburg is 23.6%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Petersburg, Ohio?
Petersburg's population is 94.4% White, 5.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Petersburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Petersburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Petersburg, Ohio?
46.4% of adults (25+) in Petersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.