Franklin County, OH Local Data & Statistics

State: OH
Total population: 1,333,048 Household income: $75,176 Rent: $1,302

Overview

Total population
1,333,048
Rent
$1,302
Year built
1979
Household income
$75,176
Per capita income
$43,731
Poverty rate
14.7%
Unemployment rate
4.0%
Household size
2.4 persons
Rent over 30% of income
44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Ohio
Total population
1,333,048
Adults over 25
896,440
Total households
553,099
Household size
2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$75,176
Per capita income
$43,731
Poverty rate
14.7%
Unemployment rate
4.0%
Rent over 30% of income
44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,302
Year built
1979
Households that rent
47.2%
Households that own
52.8%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
59%
Black
23.3%
Asian
5.6%
Two or more races
8.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
7.5%
Not Hispanic or Latino
92.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
80.7%
Commute time to work
21 mins
Work from home
19.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
25.6%
High school graduate or GED
23.9%
Some college or associate degree
8.3%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
42.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of Franklin County, OH with: Columbus Metro Area, OH Ohio United States

Franklin County, OH

Total population1,333,048
Rent$1,302
Year built1979
Household income$75,176
Per capita income$43,731
Poverty rate14.7%
Unemployment rate4.0%

Columbus Metro Area, OH

Total population2,175,788
Rent$1,274
Year built1982
Household income$81,945
Per capita income$44,770
Poverty rate12.3%
Unemployment rate4%

Ohio State

Total population11,810,293
Rent$1,034
Year built1970
Household income$71,389
Per capita income$40,552
Poverty rate13.3%
Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric CountyFranklin County, OHMetro AreaColumbus Metro Area, OHStateOhioCountryUnited States
Total population1,333,0482,175,78811,810,293334,922,499
Rent$1,302$1,274$1,034$1,413
Year built1979198219701980
Household income$75,176$81,945$71,389$80,734
Per capita income$43,731$44,770$40,552$44,673
Poverty rate14.7%12.3%13.3%12.5%
Unemployment rate4.0%4%4.3%4%

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Summary for Franklin County, OH

Franklin County is located in Ohio .

Rent & Income

In Franklin County, the monthly rent is $1,302 and household income is $75,176. Rent is higher than Ohio and lower than the U.S., and household income is higher than Ohio and lower than the U.S. The poverty rate is 14.7%, which is higher than both Ohio and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 47.2% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 44.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 42.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is lower than Ohio and similar to the national rate.

 

 

Franklin County, OH — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Franklin County, OH — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Franklin County, OH (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,302 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Franklin County, OH

Annual Household Income: $75,176

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Franklin County, OH

Estimated Rate: 14.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Franklin County, OH

In Franklin County, OH, households that rent: 260,976 (47.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 260,976 47.2%
Owner-Occupied 292,123 52.8%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Franklin County, OH

In Franklin County, OH, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 115,496 (44.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 115,496 44.3%
Other renter households 145,480 55.7%
Total renter households 260,976 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Franklin County, OH

Less than High School: 229,923 people (25.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 214,498 people (23.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 74,604 people (8.3%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 377,415 people (42.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 896,440

📊 Unemployment Rate in Franklin County, OH

Estimated Rate: 4.0%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.