Piqua, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
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
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Piqua Quick Facts
How Piqua 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 | 20,533 | 20,646 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $63,770 | $67,796 | +6.3% |
| Median home value | $124,900 | $138,600 | +11.0% |
How Piqua 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+)
Piqua Rankings in Ohio
Explore Ohio Rankings
Other Cities in Miami County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home 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.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield Heights | 20,022 | $66,524 | $205,200 | 42.9% | 8.5% |
| Parma Heights | 20,581 | $61,009 | $175,100 | 27.5% | 13.9% |
| Sidney | 20,501 | $60,668 | $169,900 | 18.6% | 14.2% |
| Forest Park | 20,025 | $75,956 | $190,400 | 26.2% | 10.6% |
| White Oak | 19,216 | $70,341 | $203,700 | 34.4% | 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.
Free data download: Get all Ohio city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
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.