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Piqua, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.0x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Piqua, Ohio had a total population of 20,646, the 82nd largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $67,796, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Piqua Quick Facts

Population 20,646
Median Household Income $67,796
Median Home Value $138,600
Poverty Rate 17.6%
Unemployment Rate 3.7%
Median Age 38.8 years
Homeownership Rate 65.4%
Affordability Ratio 2.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%
High School Graduation Rate 87.6%
Diversity Index 19/100
Population 20,646 82nd of 1,264
Median Income $67,796 average
Poverty Rate 17.6% 41% higher than national
Median Home Value $138,600 below average

How Piqua Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population20,53320,646+0.6%
Median household income$63,770$67,796+6.3%
Median home value$124,900$138,600+11.0%

How Piqua Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.4%
$25K-$50K 18.4%
$50K-$100K 35.4%
$100K+ 24.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.0%
$10K-$15K
5.9%
$15K-$20K
3.1%
$20K-$25K
7.5%
$25K-$30K
3.3%
$30K-$35K
3.1%
$35K-$40K
3.5%
$40K-$45K
5.2%
$45K-$50K
3.2%
$50K-$60K
5.5%
$60K-$75K
13.7%
$75K-$100K
16.2%
$100K-$125K
10.4%
$125K-$150K
5.6%
$150K-$200K
7.8%
$200K+
1.1%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
65.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.4%
Renter 34.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $922/mo 16.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

19out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Piqua Rankings in Ohio

#82 Population of 1,264
#572 Median Income of 1,191
#773 Education of 1,264
#734 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Miami County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Troy 26,842 $68,830 12.6% $217,400
Tipp City 10,439 $78,098 6.2% $273,500
West Milton 4,771 $62,885 15.3% $141,800
Covington 2,596 $59,750 5.3% $175,400
Bradford 1,674 $64,139 14.7% $136,100
Pleasant Hill 1,526 $72,330 3.4% $176,000
Fletcher 719 $75,417 11.1% $134,800
Laura 436 $78,125 5.7% $123,700
Casstown 259 $51,250 6.6% $110,600
Potsdam 253 $66,250 20.8% $124,300

Cities Similar to Piqua

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mayfield Heights20,022$66,524$205,20042.9%8.5%
Parma Heights20,581$61,009$175,10027.5%13.9%
Sidney20,501$60,668$169,90018.6%14.2%
Forest Park20,025$75,956$190,40026.2%10.6%
White Oak19,216$70,341$203,70034.4%8.2%

Population Overview

Piqua is a small city located in Ohio, within Miami County. The total population is 20,646. It ranks as the 82nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Piqua is 38.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Piqua is $67,796. This is 5% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $138,600. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Piqua is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Piqua has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.5%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 4.8%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 87.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Piqua, 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 Piqua, Ohio?

Piqua, Ohio has a population of 20,646 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Piqua, OH?

The median household income in Piqua is $67,796, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Piqua, OH?

The poverty rate in Piqua is 17.6%. This means approximately 3,572 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Piqua, Ohio?

Piqua's population is 90.1% White, 2.5% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Piqua, OH?

The median home value in Piqua is $138,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.

How educated is Piqua, Ohio?

15.0% of adults (25+) in Piqua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.