Syracuse, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Syracuse, Ohio had a total population of 593, the 836th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Syracuse Quick Facts
How Syracuse 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 | 623 | 593 | -4.8% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $46,250 | -9.8% |
| Median home value | $109,600 | $121,200 | +10.6% |
How Syracuse 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+)
Syracuse Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Meigs County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleport | 2,167 | $42,118 | 23.0% | $87,700 |
| Pomeroy | 1,565 | $33,333 | 39.6% | $64,900 |
| Racine | 1,098 | $42,500 | 23.4% | $135,000 |
| Rutland | 956 | $53,603 | 26.0% | $83,800 |
| Tuppers Plains | 515 | $56,250 | 18.6% | $142,500 |
Cities Similar to Syracuse
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coalton | 588 | $45,955 | $55,600 | 2.6% | 34.7% |
| Dillonvale | 586 | $47,788 | $78,600 | 11.5% | 10.4% |
| Owensville | 620 | N/A | $157,700 | 15.3% | 41.0% |
| Lowell | 556 | $46,313 | $131,800 | 11.9% | 27.5% |
| Laurelville | 633 | N/A | $175,900 | 0.3% | 11.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 593, Syracuse'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
Syracuse is a small community located in Ohio, within Meigs County. The total population is 593. It ranks as the 836th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Syracuse is 51.4 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Syracuse is $46,250. This is 35% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Syracuse, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $121,200. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Syracuse is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Syracuse has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.6% of all residents.
Education
12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 96.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, Ohio?
Syracuse, Ohio has a population of 593 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Syracuse, OH?
The median household income in Syracuse is $46,250, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Syracuse, OH?
The poverty rate in Syracuse is 16.4%. This means approximately 97 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Syracuse, Ohio?
Syracuse's population is 95.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Syracuse, OH?
The median home value in Syracuse is $121,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Syracuse, Ohio?
12.4% of adults (25+) in Syracuse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.