Muskingum County's 2026 population is estimated at 87,122, reflecting a 0.31% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Muskingum County is the 31st largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 86,213 and has grown 1.05% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.3 years
Female: 41.6 years
Male: 39.2 years
There are 66,822 adults, (16,071 of whom are seniors) in Muskingum County.
Female: 44,220 (51.2%)
Male: 42,191 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Muskingum County includes 90.78% White, 3.14% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 78,448 | 90.78% |
| Two or more races | 4,246 | 4.91% |
| Black or African American | 2,714 | 3.14% |
| Other race | 555 | 0.64% |
| Asian | 398 | 0.46% |
| Native American | 38 | 0.04% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.01% |
Muskingum County 's average per capita income is $44,171. Household income levels show a median of $60,780. The poverty rate stands at 15.08%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,069 | $112,327 |
| Families | $77,338 | $92,690 |
| Households | $60,780 | $80,210 |
| Non Families | $32,985 | $51,279 |
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