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Woodsfield, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

High PovertyPoverty rate of 25.4% is well above the state average
Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.2x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodsfield, Ohio had a total population of 2,404, the 455th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $49,390, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.4%.

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

Key Takeaways

Woodsfield Quick Facts

Population 2,404
Median Household Income $49,390
Median Home Value $108,600
Poverty Rate 25.4%
Unemployment Rate 12.6%
Median Age 42.7 years
Homeownership Rate 55.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.8%
High School Graduation Rate 89.6%
Diversity Index 18/100
Population 2,404 455th of 1,264
Median Income $49,390 bottom 20%
Poverty Rate 25.4% 104% higher than national
Median Home Value $108,600 bottom 20%

How Woodsfield 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
Population2,4152,404-0.5%
Median household income$44,755$49,390+10.4%
Median home value$109,200$108,600-0.5%

How Woodsfield Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.1%
$25K-$50K 27.9%
$50K-$100K 34.7%
$100K+ 14.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
8.1%
$10K-$15K
5.9%
$15K-$20K
4.4%
$20K-$25K
4.7%
$25K-$30K
5.3%
$30K-$35K
5.8%
$35K-$40K
5.9%
$40K-$45K
3.4%
$45K-$50K
7.5%
$50K-$60K
5.8%
$60K-$75K
13.5%
$75K-$100K
15.4%
$100K-$125K
7.5%
$125K-$150K
1.3%
$150K-$200K
1.9%
$200K+
3.7%

Employment

12.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
46.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.9%
Renter 44.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $803/mo 19.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

18out 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

Woodsfield Rankings in Ohio

#455 Population of 1,264
#987 Median Income of 1,191
#913 Education of 1,264
#972 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Monroe County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Sardis 427 $62,866 2.6% $114,000
Beallsville 368 $38,438 26.8% $125,000
Clarington 330 $41,667 33.0% $123,000
Hannibal 241 $77,824 9.1% $161,200
Lewisville 191 $83,000 20.5% $110,300
Jerusalem 124 $30,625 23.4% $108,800
Graysville 71 $53,750 12.7% $107,500
Stafford 70 $53,125 24.3% $152,500
Antioch 53 N/A 13.2% $87,000
Miltonsburg 46 N/A 21.7% $82,500

Cities Similar to Woodsfield

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Crooksville2,379$47,411$103,3007.6%30.7%
Dennison2,449$51,992$102,70012.0%22.9%
Oak Harbor2,314$46,211$142,20020.8%5.7%
Elmwood Place2,466$44,692$69,90015.4%12.9%
West Hill2,425$40,325$77,10012.4%14.5%

Population Overview

Woodsfield is a small community located in Ohio, within Monroe County. The total population is 2,404. It ranks as the 455th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Woodsfield is 42.7 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Woodsfield is $49,390. This is 31% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.4%. This is 91% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 12.6%. This is 165% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $108,600. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Woodsfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Woodsfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.

Education

11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Woodsfield, 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 Woodsfield, Ohio?

Woodsfield, Ohio has a population of 2,404 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Woodsfield, OH?

The median household income in Woodsfield is $49,390, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Woodsfield, OH?

The poverty rate in Woodsfield is 25.4%. This means approximately 597 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Woodsfield, Ohio?

Woodsfield's population is 90.1% White, 0.2% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Woodsfield, OH?

The median home value in Woodsfield is $108,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.

How educated is Woodsfield, Ohio?

11.8% of adults (25+) in Woodsfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.