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Waynesburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waynesburg, Ohio had a total population of 1,035, the 672nd largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $51,042, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Waynesburg Quick Facts

Population 1,035
Median Household Income $51,042
Median Home Value $129,300
Poverty Rate 14.3%
Unemployment Rate 8.3%
Median Age 37.1 years
Homeownership Rate 59.8%
Affordability Ratio 2.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.5%
High School Graduation Rate 87.3%
Diversity Index 10/100
Population 1,035 672nd of 1,264
Median Income $51,042 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 14.3% 15% higher than national
Median Home Value $129,300 below average

How Waynesburg 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
Population1,0271,035+0.8%
Median household income$45,938$51,042+11.1%
Median home value$120,300$129,300+7.5%

How Waynesburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.4%
$25K-$50K 31.4%
$50K-$100K 39.4%
$100K+ 11.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.1%
$10K-$15K
0.5%
$15K-$20K
1.8%
$20K-$25K
11.9%
$25K-$30K
8.6%
$30K-$35K
2.3%
$35K-$40K
13.0%
$40K-$45K
6.0%
$45K-$50K
1.6%
$50K-$60K
7.5%
$60K-$75K
14.2%
$75K-$100K
17.6%
$100K-$125K
2.3%
$125K-$150K
6.7%
$150K-$200K
2.9%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

8.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
55.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.8%
Renter 40.2%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $940/mo 22.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

10out 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

Waynesburg Rankings in Ohio

#672 Population of 1,264
#955 Median Income of 1,191
#1166 Education of 1,264
#804 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Stark County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Canton 69,755 $43,188 27.4% $97,800
Massillon 32,338 $56,446 13.9% $149,900
Alliance 21,478 $56,106 23.8% $125,400
North Canton 17,727 $72,544 6.4% $201,200
Louisville 9,602 $64,375 7.8% $193,100
Perry Heights 8,756 $61,601 8.9% $166,700
Uniontown 7,920 $93,393 7.8% $257,500
Canal Fulton 5,337 $62,044 13.9% $189,000
Reedurban 4,900 $57,000 18.6% $151,600
Hartville 3,377 $69,648 7.9% $266,900

Cities Similar to Waynesburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
North Randall1,059$50,962$138,10015.0%14.0%
Holgate1,012$50,690$100,80011.8%9.9%
Albany1,013$52,070$145,60014.8%9.3%
Saybrook-on-the-Lake1,001$49,186$167,80024.2%11.3%
Chesapeake1,060$54,219$118,10018.9%8.4%

Population Overview

Waynesburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Stark County. The total population is 1,035. It ranks as the 672nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Waynesburg is 37.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Waynesburg is $51,042. This is 29% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 74% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $129,300. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Waynesburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.8%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 86% 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 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Waynesburg, 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 Waynesburg, Ohio?

Waynesburg, Ohio has a population of 1,035 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Waynesburg, OH?

The median household income in Waynesburg is $51,042, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Waynesburg, OH?

The poverty rate in Waynesburg is 14.3%. This means approximately 146 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Waynesburg, Ohio?

Waynesburg's population is 94.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Waynesburg, OH?

The median home value in Waynesburg is $129,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Waynesburg, Ohio?

4.5% of adults (25+) in Waynesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.