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Ross, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ross, Ohio had a total population of 2,601, the 436th largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $64,522, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

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

Ross Quick Facts

Population 2,601
Median Household Income $64,522
Median Home Value $243,000
Poverty Rate 11.2%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 39.8 years
Homeownership Rate 73.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.5%
High School Graduation Rate 91.1%
Diversity Index 21/100
Population 2,601 436th of 1,264
Median Income $64,522 average
Poverty Rate 11.2% 10% lower than national
Median Home Value $243,000 top 20%

How Ross 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
Population2,7152,601-4.2%
Median household income$63,788$64,522+1.2%
Median home value$242,700$243,000+0.1%

How Ross Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.6%
$25K-$50K 23.6%
$50K-$100K 37.2%
$100K+ 27.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.2%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
1.6%
$20K-$25K
3.8%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
11.2%
$35K-$40K
1.6%
$40K-$45K
7.3%
$45K-$50K
3.5%
$50K-$60K
10.9%
$60K-$75K
7.4%
$75K-$100K
18.9%
$100K-$125K
3.8%
$125K-$150K
6.1%
$150K-$200K
13.3%
$200K+
4.4%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
65.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.9%
Renter 26.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $978/mo 18.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

21out 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

Ross Rankings in Ohio

#436 Population of 1,264
#637 Median Income of 1,191
#294 Education of 1,264
#232 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Butler County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Hamilton 63,468 $55,166 19.6% $165,200
Middletown 51,617 $57,102 17.1% $164,400
Oxford 21,753 $40,764 45.5% $238,000
Monroe 15,401 $105,250 4.5% $282,400
Trenton 13,583 $80,635 7.2% $234,900
Beckett Ridge 9,496 $116,425 5.2% $327,400
Four Bridges 3,417 $121,764 7.1% $589,500
New Miami 2,223 $43,281 26.0% $112,200
Wetherington 1,138 $167,625 8.2% $611,200
Williamsdale 802 $75,625 19.4% $164,300

Cities Similar to Ross

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Strasburg2,614$64,330$201,70022.7%9.8%
Williamsburg2,608$62,500$196,90011.5%14.6%
Fredericktown2,652$65,510$171,20018.7%12.5%
Covington2,596$59,750$175,40014.9%5.3%
Hebron2,508$66,627$194,90014.4%8.9%

Population Overview

Ross is a small community located in Ohio, within Butler County. The total population is 2,601. It ranks as the 436th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ross is 39.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.7 years. With 28.6% of the population under 18, Ross has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ross is $64,522. This is 10% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $243,000. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ross has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.

Education

32.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher 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 91.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ross, 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 Ross, Ohio?

Ross, Ohio has a population of 2,601 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ross, OH?

The median household income in Ross is $64,522, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ross, OH?

The poverty rate in Ross is 11.2%. This means approximately 291 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ross, Ohio?

Ross's population is 88.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ross, OH?

The median home value in Ross is $243,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Ross, Ohio?

32.5% of adults (25+) in Ross hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.