Rossburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rossburg, Ohio had a total population of 261, the 1057th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 16% 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
- Only 7.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Rossburg Quick Facts
How Rossburg 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 | 272 | 261 | -4.0% |
| Median household income | $68,854 | $60,000 | -12.9% |
| Median home value | $114,600 | $119,500 | +4.3% |
How Rossburg 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+)
Rossburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Darke County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville | 12,741 | $47,237 | 14.2% | $157,800 |
| Arcanum | 2,912 | $60,481 | 10.0% | $148,700 |
| Versailles | 2,715 | $70,717 | 5.3% | $208,200 |
| Union City | 1,519 | $32,067 | 38.3% | $72,100 |
| Ansonia | 1,051 | $61,953 | 17.2% | $118,900 |
| New Madison | 783 | $62,500 | 19.8% | $109,900 |
| Wayne Lakes | 711 | $52,500 | 5.9% | $143,600 |
| Gettysburg | 544 | $63,125 | 7.3% | $114,100 |
| Pitsburg | 370 | $54,931 | 10.0% | $161,800 |
| Osgood | 337 | $100,625 | 3.3% | $227,500 |
Cities Similar to Rossburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Heights (Columbiana County) | 256 | N/A | N/A | 6.0% | 34.8% |
| Roswell | 267 | $60,000 | $95,000 | 11.5% | 6.4% |
| Hemlock | 255 | N/A | $52,500 | 8.8% | 11.4% |
| Howard | 269 | N/A | $109,800 | 21.0% | 5.2% |
| Kanauga | 270 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 21.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 261, Rossburg's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Rossburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Darke County. The total population is 261. It ranks as the 1057th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rossburg is 57.4 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rossburg is $60,000. This is 16% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Rossburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $119,500. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Rossburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rossburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.1%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
7.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rossburg, 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 Rossburg, Ohio?
Rossburg, Ohio has a population of 261 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rossburg, OH?
The median household income in Rossburg is $60,000, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rossburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Rossburg is 17.6%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rossburg, Ohio?
Rossburg's population is 98.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rossburg, OH?
The median home value in Rossburg is $119,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Rossburg, Ohio?
7.0% of adults (25+) in Rossburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.