Henry County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 77th-largest in Ohio
The population of Henry County, Ohio is 27,581 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 77th-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $79,267, the median home value is $166,000, and the median age is 41.7.
The population of Henry County has declined 2.3% since 2010 (28,170 → 27,536), a -0.16% annualized rate.
27,581
Population
-0.16%
Annual growth
66
People / sq mi
$79,267
Median Income
$166,000
Median Home Value
Henry County covers 416 sq mi of land at 66.3 people per square mile.
About Henry County, OH
Henry County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.9% of the population. Henry County is a county in Ohio with a population of 27,581.
Median household income is $79,267, near the US median of $78,538. Only 5.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $166,000, with typical rent around $866.
18.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Henry County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Henry County had a population of 28,170 in 2010 and 27,536 in 2024, a -2.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,170 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.16%.
27,536
Population (2024)
28,170
Population (2010)
28,170
Peak (2010)
-0.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,170 |
| 2011 | 27,999 |
| 2012 | 27,826 |
| 2013 | 27,831 |
| 2014 | 27,605 |
| 2015 | 27,490 |
| 2016 | 27,268 |
| 2017 | 27,189 |
| 2018 | 27,039 |
| 2019 | 26,942 |
| 2020 | 27,672 |
| 2021 | 27,565 |
| 2022 | 27,517 |
| 2023 | 27,545 |
| 2024 | 27,536 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Age & Sex
41.7
Median Age
50.0%
Female
50.0%
Male
19.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.0% · Seniors (65+): 19.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $79,267+$9,587 vs state |
| Mean household income | $98,578 |
| Per-capita income | $40,050 |
| Poverty rate | 5.7%-3.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Henry County is manufacturing, accounting for 25.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
84.8%
Public transit
5.3%
Work from home
22.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$166,000$-33,200 vs state
Median home value
$866
Median rent
81.5%
Homeownership rate
12,053
Total housing units
93.1%
Occupied
6.9%
Vacant
18.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.7%
With health insurance
92.8%
With broadband internet
12.9%
Foreign-born
8.3%
Veterans (18+)
12.3%
With a disability
95.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.6%
High School+
18.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Henry County, Ohio has a population of 27,581 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 77th-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 66 people per square mile.
The population of Henry County has declined 2.3% since 2010 (28,170 → 27,536), a -0.16% annualized rate.
The median household income in Henry County, Ohio is $79,267, with mean (average) household income of $98,578 and per-capita income of $40,050. 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Henry County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (89.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Henry County, Ohio is 41.7 years. Residents are 50.0% female and 50.0% male.
The median home value in Henry County is $166,000 and median monthly rent is $866. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 12,053 total housing units, 6.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Henry County, Ohio is manufacturing, employing 25.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Henry County, Ohio, with a population of 906,480.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.