Zanesville, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Zanesville, Ohio is 24,726 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $39,085, the median home value is $106,900, and the median age is 36.8.
The population has declined 1.7% since 2010 (25,354 → 24,916).
24,726
Population
2100
People / sq mi
$39,085
Median Income
$106,900
Median Home Value
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Zanesville covers 11.8 sq mi of land at 2100 people per square mile.
About Zanesville, OH
What sets Zanesville apart is money: median household income runs $39,085, below the US median of $78,538. With 24,726 residents, Zanesville is a city in Ohio.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $39,085, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 23.3%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $106,900, with typical rent around $812.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 13.4%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.1%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Zanesville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Zanesville city had a population of 25,354 in 2010 and 24,916 in 2024, a -1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,354 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.12%.
24,916
Population (2024)
25,354
Population (2010)
25,354
Peak (2010)
-0.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,354 |
| 2011 | 25,352 |
| 2012 | 25,247 |
| 2013 | 25,167 |
| 2014 | 25,210 |
| 2015 | 25,278 |
| 2016 | 25,182 |
| 2017 | 25,204 |
| 2018 | 25,166 |
| 2019 | 25,158 |
| 2020 | 24,776 |
| 2021 | 24,773 |
| 2022 | 24,597 |
| 2023 | 24,654 |
| 2024 | 24,916 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$39,085
Median Household Income
$25,027
Per Capita Income
23.3%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$106,900
Median Home Value
$812
Median Rent
42.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.3%
High School+
13.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
78.5%
Public Transit
4.1%
Work From Home
21.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.8%
Foreign Born
97.8%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
20.0%
With Disability
94.0%
Health Insurance
89.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.8% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Information | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Zanesville, Ohio has a population of 24,726 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Zanesville, Ohio is $39,085, with 23.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Zanesville, Ohio is $106,900, with median monthly rent at $812 and a homeownership rate of 42.8%.
The median age in Zanesville, Ohio is 36.8 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
The population has declined 1.7% since 2010 (25,354 → 24,916).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.