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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Reading, OH

CSACincinnati-Wilmington MSACincinnati#27/139 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

10,502population

45.3median age

This community is a community of 10,502 with a median age of 45.3. The population is predominantly White (77.2%) with a significant Black community (9.3%). Median household income is $61,866. 92.9% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 24.5% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 58.5%, with a median home value of $211,300.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

77.2%8,108

Black

9.3%978

Two or More

8.6%899

Hispanic/Latino

3.7%390

Asian

0.9%94

Other

0.2%18

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.1%15

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.3%420

High School Diploma

33.7%2,694

Some College (<1 yr)

7.2%578

Some College (1+ yr)

11.4%912

Associate's Degree

10.8%860

Bachelor's Degree

16.7%1,334

Master's Degree

5.8%466

Professional Degree

0.7%57

Doctorate

1.3%102

HS or Higher

92.9%

BA or Higher

24.5%

Graduate+

7.8%

Housingi

$211,300median home value

$940median rent

58.5%homeownership

5,312total units

2.9%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 58.5%

Renter 41.5%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.9%58

$50K–$100K

5.6%170

$100K–$150K

7.1%213

$150K–$200K

27.6%832

$200K–$300K

46.2%1,395

$300K–$500K

10.1%306

$500K–$1M

1.5%44

Rent Distribution

Under $500

128

$500–$750

224

$750–$1,000

877

$1,000–$1,250

481

$1,250–$1,500

218

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2010–2019

0.8%44

2000–2009

0.8%42

1990–1999

3.4%182

1980–1989

10.6%561

1970–1979

8.4%448

1960–1969

14.9%792

1950–1959

26.9%1,427

1940–1949

10.7%570

1939 or earlier

23.5%1,246

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

70.8%3,651

Electricity

26.6%1,371

Bottled/LP Gas

1.3%67

Other

0.7%36

No Fuel

0.4%23

Fuel Oil

0.2%10

Household Economyi

$61,866median household income

$36,432per capita income

11.9%poverty rate

4.6%unemployment

5,987labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

5.2%268

$10K–$15K

2.8%143

$15K–$20K

9.4%484

$20K–$25K

4.2%217

$25K–$30K

1.2%61

$30K–$35K

3.9%202

$35K–$40K

3.8%197

$40K–$45K

4.5%232

$45K–$50K

3.5%180

$50K–$60K

7.3%377

$60K–$75K

15.3%787

$75K–$100K

7.2%371

$100K–$125K

14.7%760

$125K–$150K

6.6%340

$150K–$200K

8.2%423

$200K+

2.2%116

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

105

Residentsi

162

Avg. Tenant Renti

$371/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

3 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing12 homes91% occupied$189/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers45 homes80% occupied$378/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 848 homes96% occupied$411/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $61,866/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $19K/yr

90.2%

Very low income$19K–$31K/yr

9.8%

Who Receives This Housing

77.7% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

43.9% of subsidized households are minority

26.1% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

59% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2502.4%

By Region

Top Countries

Philippines

Korea

Guatemala

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

5,636

Avg. Commutei

18.1 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

5,714

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

598(6.9% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

95.4%Insured

4.6%Uninsured

Reading, OH Population, Income & Demographics 2026