Wightmans Grove, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wightmans Grove, Ohio had a total population of 33, the 1261st largest community in Ohio, with a median household income of $18,906, which is 74% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 74% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Wightmans Grove Quick Facts
How Wightmans Grove 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 | 27 | 33 | +22.2% |
| Median household income | $23,750 | $18,906 | -20.4% |
How Wightmans Grove 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+)
Wightmans Grove Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Sandusky County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont | 15,835 | $47,024 | 22.7% | $117,500 |
| Clyde | 6,331 | $50,574 | 11.3% | $129,600 |
| Ballville | 3,929 | $84,896 | 5.0% | $195,300 |
| Gibsonburg | 2,532 | $75,278 | 10.6% | $124,000 |
| Woodville | 1,990 | $83,000 | 3.1% | $189,300 |
| Stony Prairie | 1,701 | $60,347 | 43.9% | $115,300 |
| Elmore | 1,643 | $84,554 | 6.1% | $171,700 |
| Green Springs | 1,170 | $69,531 | 8.7% | $83,100 |
| Lindsey | 411 | $65,000 | 15.6% | $157,700 |
| Helena | 245 | $65,139 | 4.9% | $138,200 |
Cities Similar to Wightmans Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Springfield | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kilbourne | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fairview | 37 | $28,929 | $91,700 | 0.0% | 41.7% |
| Miltonsburg | 46 | N/A | $82,500 | 3.0% | 21.7% |
| Pancoastburg | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 36.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 33, Wightmans Grove'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
Wightmans Grove is a small community located in Ohio, within Sandusky County. The total population is 33. It ranks as the 1261st most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wightmans Grove is 72.9 years. This is 84% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. 24.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wightmans Grove is $18,906. This is 74% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 77% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Wightmans Grove. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wightmans Grove, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 96.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wightmans Grove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents.
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wightmans Grove, 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 Wightmans Grove, Ohio?
Wightmans Grove, Ohio has a population of 33 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wightmans Grove, OH?
The median household income in Wightmans Grove is $18,906, which is 77% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wightmans Grove, OH?
The ACS sample for Wightmans Grove recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Wightmans Grove, Ohio?
Wightmans Grove's population is 97.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wightmans Grove, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Wightmans Grove — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Wightmans Grove, Ohio?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Wightmans Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.