Census Data & Demographics

Statistical Database

The Department of City Planning & Engagement Statistical Database contains information on the neighborhoods inside the boundary of the City of Cincinnati. This information is collected from various resources, such as the U.S. Census Bureau, State of Ohio, Hamilton County and various City departments.

The database includes tables charts and maps that illustrate statistically and graphically the character and makeup of the City based on its statistical neighborhood areas.

2020 Census Data 

On August 12, 2021, the U.S. Census Bureau released redistricting data to the states and the public. At that time, it was announced that 2020 Census population count is 309,317, a 4.17% increase from the 2010 Census population count of 296,943 (U.S. Census Bureau Data). Click on the boxes below to explore the 2020 Census Data, including data from 2010, 2000, and 1990.

2020 Data    2010 Data     2000 Data   1990 Data

To learn more about the 2020 Census and data releases, please visit the U.S. Census Bureau website

Census 101

Census data is used for:

  • Distribution of Federal Funds
    The distribution of more than $675 billion in federal funds, grants, and support to communities are based on census data. Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Program, Housing Opportunities for Persons with HIV/AIDS, the Emergency Solutions Grant, the Hamilton County WIC Program, and Child and Adult Care Food Programs are examples are federally funded programs in Cincinnati and Hamilton County.

  • Fair Representation
    The results of the Census are used to reapportion the House of Representatives, determining how many seats each state receives and where those seats are allocated.

  • Political Redistricting
    Following the Census, state officials redraw the boundaries of congressional and state legislative districts to account for population shifts.

The U.S. Census Bureau collects information for statistical purposes. All responses to the Census are safe, secure, and protected by federal law. Responses are confidential and are used only to produce statistics. . In 2018, the U.S. Census Bureau completed a Census test in Providence, Rhode Island, in preparation for the 2020 Census. Part of this included testing the U.S. Census Bureau’s ability to capture and transmit responses safely and securely. Strong precautions have been taken to keep online responses secure.

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Contact

Emily Burns, City Planner
emily.burns@cincinnati-oh.gov | (513) 352-4855