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St. Bernard, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.4x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Bernard, Ohio had a total population of 3,983, the 332nd largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $67,083, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

St. Bernard Quick Facts

Population 3,983
Median Household Income $67,083
Median Home Value $162,700
Poverty Rate 7.9%
Unemployment Rate 3.2%
Median Age 44.6 years
Homeownership Rate 63.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.7%
High School Graduation Rate 93.0%
Diversity Index 32/100
Population 3,983 332nd of 1,264
Median Income $67,083 average
Poverty Rate 7.9% 36% lower than national
Median Home Value $162,700 average

How St. Bernard 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
Population3,9983,983-0.4%
Median household income$74,911$67,083-10.4%
Median home value$139,500$162,700+16.6%

How St. Bernard Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.7%
$25K-$50K 16.9%
$50K-$100K 31.7%
$100K+ 33.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.6%
$10K-$15K
2.7%
$15K-$20K
0.9%
$20K-$25K
8.5%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
2.8%
$35K-$40K
0.3%
$40K-$45K
5.0%
$45K-$50K
4.6%
$50K-$60K
8.5%
$60K-$75K
12.3%
$75K-$100K
11.0%
$100K-$125K
6.3%
$125K-$150K
8.7%
$150K-$200K
7.4%
$200K+
11.4%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
70.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.9%
Renter 36.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $923/mo 16.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

32out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

St. Bernard Rankings in Ohio

#332 Population of 1,264
#584 Median Income of 1,191
#290 Education of 1,264
#565 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Hamilton County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Cincinnati 311,224 $52,909 25.5% $230,900
Fairfield 44,828 $77,937 8.4% $234,500
Forest Park 20,025 $75,956 10.6% $190,400
White Oak 19,216 $70,341 8.2% $203,700
Norwood 19,114 $71,611 17.5% $258,700
Sharonville 14,030 $74,649 9.1% $223,800
Bridgetown 13,464 $80,564 5.7% $183,600
Blue Ash 13,455 $115,313 4.0% $403,200
Loveland 13,197 $94,323 7.8% $321,300
Harrison 13,084 $100,000 6.9% $229,400

Cities Similar to St. Bernard

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Swanton4,098$68,299$172,70017.9%10.4%
Cedarville4,070$63,750$200,80043.3%23.5%
Coldwater4,191$68,009$232,20029.0%2.4%
Edgewood4,107$62,917$115,50014.1%15.1%
New Lebanon4,169$69,906$115,60010.5%21.9%

Population Overview

St. Bernard is a small community located in Ohio, within Hamilton County. The total population is 3,983. It ranks as the 332nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in St. Bernard is 44.6 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in St. Bernard is $67,083. This is 6% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $162,700. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, St. Bernard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in St. Bernard is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.8%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

32.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for St. Bernard, 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 St. Bernard, Ohio?

St. Bernard, Ohio has a population of 3,983 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in St. Bernard, OH?

The median household income in St. Bernard is $67,083, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in St. Bernard, OH?

The poverty rate in St. Bernard is 7.9%. This means approximately 315 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of St. Bernard, Ohio?

St. Bernard's population is 81.8% White, 7.8% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in St. Bernard, OH?

The median home value in St. Bernard is $162,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.

How educated is St. Bernard, Ohio?

32.7% of adults (25+) in St. Bernard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.