Cincinnati, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cincinnati, Ohio is 309,595 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 65th-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Ohio. The median household income is $51,707, the median home value is $215,300, and the median age is 33.0.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (296,980 → 314,915).
309,595
Population
3974
People / sq mi
$51,707
Median Income
$215,300
Median Home Value
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Cincinnati covers 77.9 sq mi of land at 3974 people per square mile.
About Cincinnati, OH
Homeownership is the standout figure in Cincinnati: 38.9% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 309,595 residents, Cincinnati is a city in Ohio. It is the #3-largest of all cities in Ohio nationally.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $51,707, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 18.4%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $215,300, with typical rent around $953.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 41.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.2%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Cincinnati city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cincinnati city had a population of 296,980 in 2010 and 314,915 in 2024, a 6.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 314,915 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.42%.
314,915
Population (2024)
296,980
Population (2010)
314,915
Peak (2024)
0.42%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 296,980 |
| 2011 | 296,187 |
| 2012 | 296,900 |
| 2013 | 297,905 |
| 2014 | 298,626 |
| 2015 | 299,439 |
| 2016 | 299,748 |
| 2017 | 301,587 |
| 2018 | 302,277 |
| 2019 | 303,940 |
| 2020 | 309,604 |
| 2021 | 308,701 |
| 2022 | 310,211 |
| 2023 | 312,703 |
| 2024 | 314,915 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.4% |
| Black or African American | 38.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,707
Median Household Income
$38,878
Per Capita Income
18.4%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$215,300
Median Home Value
$953
Median Rent
38.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.7%
High School+
41.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.7%
Drive Alone
66.2%
Public Transit
13.2%
Work From Home
23.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.3%
Foreign Born
90.6%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
13.6%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
92.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Manufacturing | 10.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Information | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Construction | 3.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Common questions about Cincinnati, OH
Frequently Asked Questions
Cincinnati, Ohio has a population of 309,595 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 65th-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Ohio.
The median household income in Cincinnati, Ohio is $51,707, with 18.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cincinnati, Ohio is $215,300, with median monthly rent at $953 and a homeownership rate of 38.9%.
The median age in Cincinnati, Ohio is 33.0 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (296,980 → 314,915).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.