Wickliffe, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wickliffe, Ohio had a total population of 12,659, the 151st largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $81,750, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Wickliffe Quick Facts
How Wickliffe 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 | 12,639 | 12,659 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $79,052 | $81,750 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $158,400 | $166,900 | +5.4% |
How Wickliffe 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+)
Wickliffe Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mentor | 47,171 | $88,949 | 5.2% | $247,700 |
| Willoughby | 24,046 | $71,309 | 9.5% | $216,900 |
| Painesville | 20,548 | $51,516 | 25.6% | $158,800 |
| Eastlake | 17,493 | $62,072 | 8.4% | $172,100 |
| Willowick | 14,162 | $77,228 | 5.7% | $166,000 |
| Willoughby Hills | 9,975 | $67,214 | 5.6% | $328,600 |
| North Madison | 8,594 | $67,711 | 10.0% | $157,300 |
| Mentor-on-the-Lake | 7,111 | $67,188 | 8.5% | $188,500 |
| Kirtland | 6,911 | $110,455 | 4.7% | $391,300 |
| Madison | 3,417 | $94,928 | 4.1% | $207,100 |
Cities Similar to Wickliffe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finneytown | 12,506 | $83,424 | $207,100 | 36.1% | 8.9% |
| Monfort Heights | 12,441 | $88,457 | $233,500 | 42.0% | 1.9% |
| Englewood | 13,356 | $80,030 | $182,800 | 31.0% | 6.4% |
| Bridgetown | 13,464 | $80,564 | $183,600 | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Amherst | 12,906 | $90,725 | $239,200 | 31.4% | 6.2% |
Population Overview
Wickliffe is a small city located in Ohio, within Lake County. The total population is 12,659. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wickliffe is 41.9 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wickliffe is $81,750. This is 15% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $166,900. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Wickliffe is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wickliffe is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.4%.
Education
25.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 96.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wickliffe, 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 Wickliffe, Ohio?
Wickliffe, Ohio has a population of 12,659 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wickliffe, OH?
The median household income in Wickliffe is $81,750, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wickliffe, OH?
The poverty rate in Wickliffe is 6.6%. This means approximately 807 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wickliffe, Ohio?
Wickliffe's population is 79.5% White, 9.4% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wickliffe, OH?
The median home value in Wickliffe is $166,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Wickliffe, Ohio?
25.5% of adults (25+) in Wickliffe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.