Guernsey County, OH Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,399 | 11,704,233 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 72.7 | 261.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.44% | 0.22% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 43.3 | 38.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 16,247 | 4,820,926 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Guernsey County declined by 5.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 38,283 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Guernsey County has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $54,987 | $69,785 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.08% | 4.66% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Guernsey County is about 21% lower than in Ohio.
Housing
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $74,917 | $130,696 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $803 | $987 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 71.6% | 67.0% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Guernsey County is about 7.8 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $803 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Guernsey County spend about 35 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 144 hours, about 6.0 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 17.3 | 21.2 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 34.5 | 42.4 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 144 | 177 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,461 | $5,472 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 3.8% | 11.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,997 | 8,648 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 599 | 1,212 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Ohio:
Van Wert County (15.4 min), Hancock County (15.4 min), Mercer County (16.3 min).
Slowest:
Morgan County (33.4 min), Brown County (31.6 min), Morrow County (31.6 min).
The average commute time in Guernsey County is 17 minutes, shorter than the 21 minutes in Ohio.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Guernsey County has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13.8% | 28.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.33 | 2.38 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Ohio:
Delaware County (0.4), Warren County (0.4), Greene County (0.3).
Lowest:
Holmes County (0.1), Vinton County (0.2), Noble County (0.2).
Health
Guernsey County has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Guernsey County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 76.3 | 77.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 19.9% | 17.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 27.7% | 24.3% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Ohio:
Delaware County (0.8), Union County (0.8), Warren County (0.8).
Lowest:
Adams County (0.8), Holmes County (0.8), Scioto County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guernsey County, Ohio.
What is the population of Guernsey County, Ohio?
The population of Guernsey County, Ohio is 38,399, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Guernsey County, Ohio?
The population density of Guernsey County, Ohio is 72.7 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Guernsey County, Ohio?
The median household income in Guernsey County, Ohio is $54,987, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Guernsey County, Ohio?
The median home price in Guernsey County, Ohio is $74,917, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Guernsey County, Ohio?
The unemployment rate in Guernsey County, Ohio is 5.0%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.