Zanesville

Muskingum County, Ohio

Population 86K |Median income $60,780 |1 hospital

Population

86,411

Muskingum County

Median Income

$60,780

-11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$182,200

-20% vs avg

Median Age

40.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

86K+1%

Median Income

$60,780+50%

Median Home Value

$182,200+68%

Poverty Rate

15.1%-17%

Unemployment

4.3%-57%

Economics

Median Rent

$833/mo

Poverty Rate

15.1% +6% vs avg

Unemployment 4.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.6%

Work From Home 6.3%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 90.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%

African American 3.1%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

43.9%

Short Sleep Duration

40.6%

High Blood Pressure

39.9%

Physical Inactivity

29.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.9%

Current Smoking

18.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.3%

Binge Drinking

15.3%

Diabetes

14.4%

Current Asthma

11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.4%

Dental Visit 60.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

GENESIS HOSPITAL

ZANESVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Zanesville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Zanesville, OH? ▼

Zanesville, OH has a population of 86,411 people, located in Muskingum County, Ohio.

What is the median household income in Zanesville? ▼

The median household income in Zanesville, OH is $60,780 per year. The poverty rate is 15.1%.

What is the median home value in Zanesville? ▼

The median home value in Zanesville, OH is $182,200. Median rent is $833/month.

What are the top health concerns in Zanesville? ▼

The top health indicators in Zanesville include Obesity (43.9%), Short Sleep Duration (40.6%), High Blood Pressure (39.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Zanesville? ▼

Zanesville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Zanesville? ▼

The median age in Zanesville, OH is 40.3 years. 20.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Zanesville, OH is located in Muskingum County, Ohio. With a population of 86K and a median household income of $60,780, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Zanesville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Muskingum County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.