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Gallipolis, OH Micro Area

Gallipolis, OH · Micro Area

29,068Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$56,830
Median home value
$155,600
Land area
467 sq mi
62 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Gallia County, OHCentral29,068$56,830$155,600

Largest cities and towns

22 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Green, OH—5,376$60,089
Gallipolis (Township), OH—4,706$50,932
Springfield, OH—3,437$61,563
Gallipolis, OHVillage3,130$45,417
Raccoon, OH—2,038$46,875
Huntington, OH—1,983$55,443
Addison, OH—1,885$65,023
Perry, OH—1,729$93,917
Clay, OH—1,612$48,750
Morgan, OH—1,337$62,000
Guyan, OH—1,276$69,167
Walnut, OH—1,240$63,354
Cheshire (Township), OH—1,089$92,509
Ohio, OH—990$42,301
Rio Grande, OHVillage739$24,524
Harrison, OH—649$68,466
Crown City, OHVillage484$62,500
Greenfield, OH—479$42,253
Kanauga, OHCDP270$62,250
Vinton, OHVillage251$55,417
Cheshire, OHVillage109$55,625
Centerville, OHVillage102$79,509

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
16.4%
Unemployment
3.5%
College Educated
20.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$56,830
Mean Household Income
$77,972

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
49.0%
Female
51.0%

Population Split

Male49.0%
Female51.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English16.2%
German12.4%
Irish12.4%
Scottish2.6%
Polish1.4%
French1.0%
Italian0.9%
Mexican0.7%
African0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

1.2%Foreign Born
98.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized77.2%
Non-Citizen22.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later49.7%
Before 201050.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
13,464
Median Rent
$813/mo
Median Home Value
$155,600
Median Year Built
1981

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
6,398
College Enrollment
14.8%
High School
21.5%
College Educated
20.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
25.4 min
Drive Alone Rate
79.5%
Public Transit
0.8%
Work From Home
8.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
23.6%
18-34 Years
19.6%
35-64 Years
36.9%
65+ Years
19.9%

Population Composition

Under 1823.6%
18-3419.6%
35-6436.9%
65+19.9%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
51.9%
Single Parent
7.0%
Living Alone
27.9%
Avg Size
2.45

Household Types

Married Couples51.9%
Single Parent7.0%
Living Alone27.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$30,969
SNAP Usage
19.0%
Health Insurance
91.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k22.1%
$25k - $50k22.3%
$50k - $100k29.2%
$100k+26.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
13.6%
Retail Trade
9.3%
Education & Health Care
34.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

20.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

91.3%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
78.9%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
87.5%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
88.3
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
187.5
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.