Richland County's 2026 population is estimated at 124,553, reflecting a -0.12% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Richland County is the 23rd largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 124,156 and has grown 0.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 43.2 years
Male: 38.9 years
There are 97,873 adults, (25,199 of whom are seniors) in Richland County.
Female: 61,059 (48.8%)
Male: 64,040 (51.2%)
The racial composition of Richland County includes 84.59% White, 7.15% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 105,826 | 84.59% |
| Black or African American | 8,947 | 7.15% |
| Two or more races | 7,749 | 6.19% |
| Other race | 1,376 | 1.1% |
| Asian | 957 | 0.76% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 145 | 0.12% |
| Native American | 99 | 0.08% |
Richland County 's average per capita income is $42,071. Household income levels show a median of $59,509. The poverty rate stands at 13.76%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,695 | $106,859 |
| Families | $78,668 | $94,556 |
| Households | $59,509 | $76,578 |
| Non Families | $36,732 | $46,445 |
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