Ohio

#7 in USMidwest

The Buckeye State Ā· Ohio (OH) has a population of 11,785,935 people, making it the #7 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Columbus and the largest city is Columbus.

Population

11.8M

#7 of 51

Area

44,826 mi²

116,099 km²

Density

102/km²

263/mi²

Capital

Columbus

Median Income

$68K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

39.9

US Share

3.52%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

11,799,448

2023 Estimate

11,785,935

Change

-13,513 (-0.1%)

Race & Ethnicity

White76.6%
Hispanic/Latino4.8%
Black11.9%
Asian2.6%
Two or More Races6.8%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.2%
Other1.8%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.8%
18 to 6459.4%
65 and over18.8%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$67,769
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Unemployment Rate
4%
Bachelor's Degree+
32%

Largest Cities in Ohio

ColumbusClevelandCincinnatiToledoAkron

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ohio?

Ohio has a population of 11,785,935 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #7 among all US states by population, representing 3.52% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Ohio?

The capital of Ohio is Columbus. The largest cities include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati.

What is the median household income in Ohio?

The median household income in Ohio is $67,769, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Ohio growing?

Ohio has declined 0.1% since the 2020 Census, from 11,799,448 to 11,785,935.

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