Winesburg, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Winesburg, Ohio had a total population of 133, the 1184th largest community in Ohio. The poverty rate is 18.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Winesburg Quick Facts
How Winesburg 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 | 176 | 133 | -24.4% |
How Winesburg 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+)
Winesburg Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Holmes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millersburg | 3,206 | $43,007 | 15.5% | $146,700 |
| Berlin | 1,232 | $82,589 | 8.4% | $317,700 |
| Killbuck | 1,102 | $78,125 | 10.0% | $152,000 |
| Walnut Creek | 1,053 | $80,724 | 1.3% | $198,800 |
| Lake Buckhorn | 728 | $101,648 | 3.2% | $306,600 |
| Nashville | 445 | $50,417 | 10.8% | $86,700 |
| Glenmont | 245 | $56,250 | 7.8% | $85,000 |
| Holmesville | 244 | $78,929 | 0.4% | $159,700 |
| Mount Hope | 131 | $51,719 | 0.0% | $450,000 |
Cities Similar to Winesburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 132 | N/A | N/A | 9.1% | 12.9% |
| Vickery | 132 | $61,250 | $84,400 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kimbolton | 135 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Mount Eaton | 135 | $81,875 | $156,700 | 7.8% | 3.0% |
| Mount Hope | 131 | $51,719 | $450,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Winesburg'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
Winesburg is a small community located in Ohio, within Holmes County. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 1184th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Winesburg is 64.3 years. This is 62% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Winesburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $187,000. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $214,800. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Winesburg was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
33.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 57.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Winesburg, 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 Winesburg, Ohio?
Winesburg, Ohio has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Winesburg, OH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Winesburg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Winesburg, OH?
The poverty rate in Winesburg is 18.1%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Winesburg, Ohio?
Winesburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Winesburg, OH?
The median home value in Winesburg is $187,000.
How educated is Winesburg, Ohio?
33.6% of adults (25+) in Winesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.