Preble County, Ohio Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Preble County is located in Ohio with a total population of 40,802. It is the 61st most populous county out of 88 in Ohio. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Preble County is 43.2 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Preble County is $71,237. This is 2% higher than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $171,100. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $199,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Preble County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Preble County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

17.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 92.6%.