Carroll County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 80th-largest in Ohio
The population of Carroll County, Ohio is 26,731 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $64,675, the median home value is $174,500, and the median age is 45.5.
The population of Carroll County has declined 8.3% since 2010 (28,859 → 26,460), a -0.62% annualized rate.
26,731
Population
-0.62%
Annual growth
68
People / sq mi
$64,675
Median Income
$174,500
Median Home Value
Carroll County covers 395 sq mi of land at 67.7 people per square mile.
About Carroll County, OH
Carroll County is defined demographically by education — 14.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 26,731 residents, Carroll County is a county in Ohio.
Median household income is $64,675, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $174,500, with typical rent around $780.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 14.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 7.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Carroll County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Carroll County had a population of 28,859 in 2010 and 26,460 in 2024, a -8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,859 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.62%.
26,460
Population (2024)
28,859
Population (2010)
28,859
Peak (2010)
-0.62%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,859 |
| 2011 | 28,832 |
| 2012 | 28,551 |
| 2013 | 28,272 |
| 2014 | 28,144 |
| 2015 | 27,729 |
| 2016 | 27,630 |
| 2017 | 27,329 |
| 2018 | 27,134 |
| 2019 | 26,984 |
| 2020 | 26,702 |
| 2021 | 26,702 |
| 2022 | 26,677 |
| 2023 | 26,754 |
| 2024 | 26,460 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 95.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
45.5
Median Age
49.1%
Female
50.9%
Male
21.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.8% · Seniors (65+): 21.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $64,675$-5,005 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,586 |
| Per-capita income | $35,429 |
| Poverty rate | 9.5%+0.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Carroll County is manufacturing, accounting for 22.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
3.4%
Carpool
79.0%
Public transit
7.3%
Work from home
29.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$174,500$-24,700 vs state
Median home value
$780
Median rent
78.0%
Homeownership rate
13,391
Total housing units
85.7%
Occupied
14.3%
Vacant
22.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.8%
With health insurance
88.4%
With broadband internet
15.0%
Foreign-born
7.9%
Veterans (18+)
18.0%
With a disability
94.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.8%
High School+
14.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carroll County, Ohio has a population of 26,731 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 68 people per square mile.
The population of Carroll County has declined 8.3% since 2010 (28,859 → 26,460), a -0.62% annualized rate.
The median household income in Carroll County, Ohio is $64,675, with mean (average) household income of $81,586 and per-capita income of $35,429. 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Carroll County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (95.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Carroll County, Ohio is 45.5 years. Residents are 49.1% female and 50.9% male.
The median home value in Carroll County is $174,500 and median monthly rent is $780. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 13,391 total housing units, 14.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Carroll County, Ohio is manufacturing, employing 22.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Carroll County, Ohio, with a population of 906,480.
Carroll County, OH Climate
Carroll County, OH has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F) and receives about 984 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.9°C
Avg Temp
984
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 59 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 56 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 79 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 88 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 101 mm |
| June | 20° / 67° | 98 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 105 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 90 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 82 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 64 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 84 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 78 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Carroll County, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Carroll County, OH are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.