Philo, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Philo, Ohio had a total population of 683, the 789th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $42,344, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Philo Quick Facts
How Philo 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 | 788 | 683 | -13.3% |
| Median household income | $45,833 | $42,344 | -7.6% |
| Median home value | $103,500 | $109,000 | +5.3% |
How Philo 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+)
Philo Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Muskingum County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanesville | 24,740 | $43,280 | 24.1% | $123,700 |
| North Zanesville | 2,758 | $83,904 | 4.4% | $248,000 |
| New Concord | 2,657 | $70,313 | 15.7% | $206,800 |
| South Zanesville | 2,211 | $38,824 | 15.8% | $73,400 |
| Roseville | 1,821 | $44,792 | 13.5% | $94,400 |
| Dresden | 1,725 | $57,991 | 14.0% | $152,000 |
| Frazeysburg | 1,522 | $51,250 | 16.3% | $116,500 |
| Pleasant Grove | 1,436 | $54,038 | 22.1% | $160,700 |
| Duncan Falls | 1,355 | $116,167 | 3.1% | $219,600 |
| Adamsville | 328 | $126,953 | 6.7% | $66,900 |
Cities Similar to Philo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno Beach | 673 | N/A | $167,400 | 15.8% | 35.7% |
| Scio | 703 | $41,667 | $81,800 | 6.4% | 36.5% |
| Lincoln Heights | 685 | $45,882 | $86,400 | 2.0% | 21.5% |
| Bolton | 649 | N/A | $103,300 | 18.1% | 36.7% |
| Kingston | 703 | $40,357 | $157,200 | 17.5% | 26.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 683, Philo'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
Philo is a small community located in Ohio, within Muskingum County. The total population is 683. It ranks as the 789th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Philo is 39.4 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Philo is $42,344. This is 41% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 64% 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 4.7%. The median home value is $109,000. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Philo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Philo has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Philo, 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 Philo, Ohio?
Philo, Ohio has a population of 683 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Philo, OH?
The median household income in Philo is $42,344, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Philo, OH?
The poverty rate in Philo is 21.8%. This means approximately 149 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Philo, Ohio?
Philo's population is 97.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Philo, OH?
The median home value in Philo is $109,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Philo, Ohio?
11.4% of adults (25+) in Philo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.