Highland County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 56th-largest in Ohio
The population of Highland County, Ohio is 43,403 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 56th-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $62,008, the median home value is $157,000, and the median age is 40.8.
The population of Highland County has grown 0.4% since 2010 (43,619 → 43,785), a +0.03% annualized rate.
43,403
Population
+0.03%
Annual growth
78
People / sq mi
$62,008
Median Income
$157,000
Median Home Value
Highland County covers 553 sq mi of land at 78.5 people per square mile.
About Highland County, OH
Highland County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 15.3% of the population. Highland County is a county in Ohio with a population of 43,403.
Median household income is $62,008, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.5%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $157,000, with typical rent around $757.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 15.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.3%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Highland County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Highland County had a population of 43,619 in 2010 and 43,785 in 2024, a 0.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 43,785 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.03%.
43,785
Population (2024)
43,619
Population (2010)
43,785
Peak (2024)
0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,619 |
| 2011 | 43,376 |
| 2012 | 42,966 |
| 2013 | 43,200 |
| 2014 | 43,102 |
| 2015 | 42,973 |
| 2016 | 43,011 |
| 2017 | 42,931 |
| 2018 | 43,032 |
| 2019 | 43,123 |
| 2020 | 43,364 |
| 2021 | 43,453 |
| 2022 | 43,396 |
| 2023 | 43,588 |
| 2024 | 43,785 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 95.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.8
Median Age
50.8%
Female
49.2%
Male
18.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.6% · Seniors (65+): 18.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,008$-7,672 vs state |
| Mean household income | $76,105 |
| Per-capita income | $29,794 |
| Poverty rate | 10.5%+1.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Highland County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.1%
Carpool
79.8%
Public transit
6.3%
Work from home
28.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$157,000$-42,200 vs state
Median home value
$757
Median rent
73.2%
Homeownership rate
19,005
Total housing units
88.5%
Occupied
11.5%
Vacant
26.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.1%
With health insurance
89.3%
With broadband internet
15.3%
Foreign-born
7.7%
Veterans (18+)
18.0%
With a disability
96.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.9%
High School+
15.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highland County, Ohio has a population of 43,403 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 56th-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 78 people per square mile.
The population of Highland County has grown 0.4% since 2010 (43,619 → 43,785), a +0.03% annualized rate.
The median household income in Highland County, Ohio is $62,008, with mean (average) household income of $76,105 and per-capita income of $29,794. 10.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Highland County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (95.0%), Black or African American (1.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Highland County, Ohio is 40.8 years. Residents are 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
The median home value in Highland County is $157,000 and median monthly rent is $757. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,005 total housing units, 11.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Highland County, Ohio is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Highland 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.