Meigs County's 2026 population is estimated at 20,929, reflecting a -1.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Meigs County is the 82nd largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 23,732 and has grown -11.81% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 45.3 years
Male: 43.1 years
There are 17,387 adults, (4,639 of whom are seniors) in Meigs County.
Female: 11,005 (50.3%)
Male: 10,891 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Meigs County includes 96.25% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,074 | 96.25% |
| Two or more races | 533 | 2.43% |
| Black or African American | 199 | 0.91% |
| Asian | 56 | 0.26% |
| Other race | 31 | 0.14% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.01% |
Meigs County 's average per capita income is $37,119. Household income levels show a median of $46,873. The poverty rate stands at 21.79%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $80,268 | - |
| Families | $59,740 | $72,523 |
| Households | $46,873 | $61,476 |
| Non Families | $28,455 | $38,675 |
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