Dayton, OH Census Data
The 6th largest city in Ohio by population · 18 cities ranked
Dayton is the 6th largest city in Ohio by population and ranks 15th of 18 for median household income. With 136,741 residents, its poverty rate of 27.1% ranks among the higher rates in Ohio. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
136,741
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
34.2
4.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$43,454
$35,084 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.7%
14.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.1%
Poverty Rate
27.1%
14.7% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.3%
Broadband Access
90.6%
0.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$93,200
Median rent: $866 · 48% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
9.7%
Labor force participation: 52.5%
Per Capita Income
$30,758
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
7.1%
Disability rate: 18.7%
How Dayton Compares to Other Ohio Cities
Rankings among all 18 Ohio cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 6th of 18 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 15th of 18 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 14th of 18 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 11th of 18 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 17th of 18 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Dayton, OH Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dayton, OH?
The population of Dayton, OH is 136,741 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.2 years.
What is the median household income in Dayton?
The median household income in Dayton, OH is $43,454, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $30,758.
What is the poverty rate in Dayton?
The poverty rate in Dayton, OH is 27.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Dayton residents have a college degree?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Dayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Dayton?
The median home value in Dayton, OH is $93,200. Median rent is $866 per month, with 48% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Dayton?
Dayton's population is 51.3% White, 38.0% Black, 5.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Dayton rank among Ohio cities?
Dayton is the 6th largest city in Ohio by population, the 15th highest for median household income, the 14th lowest for poverty rate, the 11th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 18 ranked Ohio cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Dayton?
The unemployment rate in Dayton, OH is 9.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 52.5%. Per capita income is $30,758.