Holmes County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 53rd-largest in Ohio
The population of Holmes County, Ohio is 44,312 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 53rd-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $74,774, the median home value is $251,800, and the median age is 32.5.
The population of Holmes County has grown 5.2% since 2010 (42,471 → 44,668), a +0.36% annualized rate.
44,312
Population
+0.36%
Annual growth
105
People / sq mi
$74,774
Median Income
$251,800
Median Home Value
Holmes County covers 423 sq mi of land at 104.9 people per square mile.
About Holmes County, OH
Holmes County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 7.0% of the population. Holmes County is a county in Ohio with a population of 44,312.
Median household income is $74,774, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.9%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $251,800, with typical rent around $773.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 11.0%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.9%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Holmes County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Holmes County had a population of 42,471 in 2010 and 44,668 in 2024, a 5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 44,668 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.36%.
44,668
Population (2024)
42,471
Population (2010)
44,668
Peak (2024)
0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 42,471 |
| 2011 | 42,795 |
| 2012 | 43,130 |
| 2013 | 43,607 |
| 2014 | 43,791 |
| 2015 | 43,885 |
| 2016 | 43,866 |
| 2017 | 43,908 |
| 2018 | 43,973 |
| 2019 | 44,021 |
| 2020 | 44,236 |
| 2021 | 44,367 |
| 2022 | 44,380 |
| 2023 | 44,439 |
| 2024 | 44,668 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 98.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
32.5
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
14.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 25.0% · Seniors (65+): 14.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $74,774+$5,094 vs state |
| Mean household income | $99,080 |
| Per-capita income | $30,501 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%-2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Holmes County is manufacturing, accounting for 32.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
6.7%
Carpool
48.9%
Public transit
7.9%
Work from home
21.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$251,800+$52,600 vs state
Median home value
$773
Median rent
79.5%
Homeownership rate
14,560
Total housing units
91.5%
Occupied
8.5%
Vacant
20.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
57.7%
With health insurance
69.6%
With broadband internet
7.0%
Foreign-born
3.0%
Veterans (18+)
7.8%
With a disability
49.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
57.1%
High School+
11.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holmes County, Ohio has a population of 44,312 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 53rd-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 105 people per square mile.
The population of Holmes County has grown 5.2% since 2010 (42,471 → 44,668), a +0.36% annualized rate.
The median household income in Holmes County, Ohio is $74,774, with mean (average) household income of $99,080 and per-capita income of $30,501. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Holmes County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (98.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.4%), Black or African American (0.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Holmes County, Ohio is 32.5 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in Holmes County is $251,800 and median monthly rent is $773. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 14,560 total housing units, 8.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Holmes County, Ohio is manufacturing, employing 32.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Holmes 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.