Jefferson County's 2026 population is estimated at 63,468, reflecting a -0.34% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jefferson County is the 42nd largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 69,669 and has grown -8.9% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.3 years
Female: 46.1 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 51,991 adults, (14,513 of whom are seniors) in Jefferson County.
Female: 32,785 (50.8%)
Male: 31,733 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Jefferson County includes 89.39% White, 5.1% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 57,670 | 89.39% |
| Black or African American | 3,288 | 5.1% |
| Two or more races | 2,657 | 4.12% |
| Other race | 491 | 0.76% |
| Asian | 375 | 0.58% |
| Native American | 37 | 0.06% |
Jefferson County 's average per capita income is $43,742. Household income levels show a median of $59,055. The poverty rate stands at 16.45%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,460 | $104,830 |
| Families | $74,644 | $90,164 |
| Households | $59,055 | $73,707 |
| Non Families | $34,410 | $44,996 |
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