Paulding 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 | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,664 | 11,704,233 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 44.5 | 261.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.19% | 0.22% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 43.8 | 38.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 7,543 | 4,820,926 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Paulding County declined by 2.0% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 18,800 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Paulding County has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $68,245 | $69,785 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.23% | 4.66% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Paulding County is about 2% lower than in Ohio.
Housing
| Metric | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $38,749 | $130,696 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $749 | $987 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 80.2% | 67.0% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Paulding County is about 4.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $749 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Paulding County spend about 45 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 188 hours, about 7.8 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 22.6 | 21.2 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 45.2 | 42.4 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 188 | 177 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,832 | $5,472 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 3.8% | 11.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,451 | 8,648 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 467 | 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 Paulding County is 23 minutes, longer 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
Paulding County has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.3% | 28.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.48 | 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
Paulding County has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Paulding County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.6 | 77.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 15.7% | 17.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 23.4% | 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 Paulding County, Ohio.
What is the population of Paulding County, Ohio?
The population of Paulding County, Ohio is 18,664, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Paulding County, Ohio?
The population density of Paulding County, Ohio is 44.5 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Paulding County, Ohio?
The median household income in Paulding County, Ohio is $68,245, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Paulding County, Ohio?
The median home price in Paulding County, Ohio is $38,749, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Paulding County, Ohio?
The unemployment rate in Paulding County, Ohio is 3.9%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.