Pickaway County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 42nd-largest in Ohio
The population of Pickaway County, Ohio is 59,407 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 42nd-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $72,927, the median home value is $235,700, and the median age is 39.5.
The population of Pickaway County has grown 11.5% since 2010 (55,737 → 62,158), a +0.78% annualized rate.
59,407
Population
+0.78%
Annual growth
119
People / sq mi
$72,927
Median Income
$235,700
Median Home Value
Pickaway County covers 501 sq mi of land at 118.5 people per square mile.
About Pickaway County, OH
Pickaway County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 13.5% of the population. Pickaway County is a county in Ohio with a population of 59,407. It ranks #42 among counties in Ohio by population.
Households take in a median $72,927, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $235,700, with typical rent around $965.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 21.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. A solid 11.7% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Pickaway County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Pickaway County had a population of 55,737 in 2010 and 62,158 in 2024, a 11.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 62,158 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.78%.
62,158
Population (2024)
55,737
Population (2010)
62,158
Peak (2024)
0.78%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 55,737 |
| 2011 | 55,946 |
| 2012 | 56,235 |
| 2013 | 56,352 |
| 2014 | 56,703 |
| 2015 | 56,991 |
| 2016 | 57,513 |
| 2017 | 57,769 |
| 2018 | 58,099 |
| 2019 | 58,521 |
| 2020 | 58,664 |
| 2021 | 58,781 |
| 2022 | 59,987 |
| 2023 | 61,064 |
| 2024 | 62,158 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.5
Median Age
47.5%
Female
52.5%
Male
16.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.5% · Seniors (65+): 16.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,927+$3,247 vs state |
| Mean household income | $91,371 |
| Per-capita income | $34,645 |
| Poverty rate | 8.7%-0.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Pickaway County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
76.5%
Public transit
11.7%
Work from home
28.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$235,700+$36,500 vs state
Median home value
$965
Median rent
72.1%
Homeownership rate
22,591
Total housing units
94.8%
Occupied
5.2%
Vacant
27.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.4%
With health insurance
94.1%
With broadband internet
13.5%
Foreign-born
7.4%
Veterans (18+)
15.1%
With a disability
98.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.4%
High School+
21.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pickaway County, Ohio has a population of 59,407 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 42nd-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 119 people per square mile.
The population of Pickaway County has grown 11.5% since 2010 (55,737 → 62,158), a +0.78% annualized rate.
The median household income in Pickaway County, Ohio is $72,927, with mean (average) household income of $91,371 and per-capita income of $34,645. 8.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Pickaway County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.0%), Black or African American (3.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Pickaway County, Ohio is 39.5 years. Residents are 47.5% female and 52.5% male.
The median home value in Pickaway County is $235,700 and median monthly rent is $965. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 22,591 total housing units, 5.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Pickaway County, Ohio is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Pickaway 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.