Pickaway County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Pickaway County is located in Ohio with a total population of 59,407. It is the 42nd most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pickaway County is 39.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pickaway County is $72,927. This is 5% higher than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $235,700. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pickaway County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.4%.