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Meigs County, OH market data
How Meigs County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 21,587
- −2.6% since 2020
- Households
- 9,102
- Median household income
- $46,873
- +4.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $119,300
- Jobs located here
- 3,729
- Highest market score
- 72
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #269 of 2,394 scored counties
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What this means
Meigs County has an estimated 21,587 people and 9,102 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Meigs County declined 2.6%, against +3.1% for the U.S. Median household income in Meigs County is $46,873, 42% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 4.4%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Meigs County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 113, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (44).
Of the business types scored in Meigs County, medical and dental practices (72), insurance agencies (64) and sit-down restaurants (62) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #269 of 2,394 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (83% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Meigs County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Meigs County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 72 | #269 of 2,394 | 13 | 14.3 | $807K | 529 | 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 64 | #637 of 2,272 | 5 | 5.5 | $3.2M | 255 | 4 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 62 | #644 of 2,405 | 21 | 23.1 | $1.3M | 195 | 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 61 | #701 of 2,405 | 41 | 45.0 | $664K | 179 | 20 |
| Real estate | 59 | #591 of 2,229 | 7 | 7.7 | Index only | 350 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | 56 | #721 of 2,057 | 6 | 6.6 | $3.3M | 134 | 4 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 51 | #1,080 of 2,385 | 16 | 17.6 | $443K | 208 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 51 | #1,098 of 2,339 | 10 | 11.0 | $709K | 165 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 49 | #1,077 of 2,088 | 5 | 5.5 | $1M | 151 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 48 | #1,295 of 2,401 | 35 | 38.5 | $281K | 105 | 14 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 46 | #1,249 of 2,176 | 6 | 6.6 | Index only | 325 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 44 | #1,237 of 2,087 | 6 | 6.6 | $2.4M | 188 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 43 | #1,361 of 2,210 | 9 | 9.9 | $1.6M | 181 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 42 | #1,545 of 2,378 | 21 | 23.1 | $469K | 105 | 13 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 39 | #1,634 of 2,402 | 19 | 20.9 | $2.5M | 73 | 4 |
| Pizza | 37 | #1,550 of 2,090 | 6 | 6.6 | $4.5M | 89 | 16 |
| Grocery stores | 34 | #1,525 of 2,070 | 5 | 5.5 | $9.5M | 102 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 34 | #1,695 of 2,222 | 10 | 11.0 | $2.7M | 89 | 16 |
| Funeral homes | 30 | #1,222 of 1,472 | 6 | 6.6 | $246K | 36 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 30 | #1,857 of 2,200 | 8 | 8.8 | $723K | 82 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 21 | #2,202 of 2,358 | 21 | 23.1 | $1.2M | 52 | 17 |
| Convenience stores | 13 | #2,151 of 2,261 | 13 | 14.3 | $3.6M | 46 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | 7 | #1,591 of 1,611 | 5 | 5.5 | $463K | 46 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.4 | $2.5M | 80 | 6 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.4 | $1.3M | 96 | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.4 | $4.9M | 103 | 4 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.4 | $2.3M | 135 | 5 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.4 | $1.8M | 202 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.3 | $3.3M | 130 | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.3 | $9.1M | 245 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.3 | $3.5M | 112 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.3 | $1.9M | 76 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.3 | $3.3M | 131 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $13.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $3.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $9.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $4.5M | Too few | 5 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $7.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.2 | $2.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Meigs County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $9.8M | $1,081 | 113 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $26.1M | $2,872 | 111 |
| Food away from home | $27.2M | $2,991 | 73 |
| Groceries | $47.3M | $5,198 | 82 |
| Personal care products and services | $7.1M | $779 | 78 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.3M | $255 | 44 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $5M | $550 | 56 |
| Medical and dental services | $10.5M | $1,153 | 89 |
| Pets | $5.8M | $636 | 70 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $14.3M | $1,577 | 77 |
| Vehicle insurance | $16M | $1,755 | 90 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $19.5M | $2,146 | 71 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $9.1M | $994 | 70 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $106.3M | $11,674 | 70 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Meigs County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 21,587−2.6% since 2020
- Households
- 9,102
- Median age
- 44.3
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 75%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 430 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 51
- Median household income
- $46,873+4.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $61,476
- Median home value
- $119,300
- Jobs located here
- 3,729
- Daytime population
- 16,998Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Meigs County, OH growing?
Population estimates put Meigs County at 21,587 people in 2025, down 2.6% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 9,102 households. Median household income rose 4.4% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Meigs County, OH spend?
Households in Meigs County spend about $106.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $47.3M on groceries and $27.2M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Meigs County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 113, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (44).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Meigs County, OH?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Meigs County are for medical and dental practices (72), insurance agencies (64) and sit-down restaurants (62). Meigs County ranks #269 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
How does Meigs County, OH compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Meigs County is $46,873 a year, 42% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 2.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $119,300, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Meigs County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (83% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 23 of the 56 business types have a score in Meigs County, each ranked against other counties.
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