Columbus’ population has been in a state of change throughout its history, not just from a position of totals, but also diversity. This page provides an archive of local area population and demographic studies completed over the years, all providing snapshots of how the area’s population makeup has been transformed. The studies are in PDF format and are listed in chronological order.
**Last Updated: 1/6/2024- Added to 1980-1989.
1990-1999
1990
Demographic Abstract for Franklin County Ohio Townships and Places, 1990 Edition
1980-1989
1988
Franklin County Community Profile
1984
Changes in General Census Characteristics of Franklin County and the City of Columbus
1983
Columbus Development Strategy Growth Potential 1983
1980
Population Study Franklin County 1900-1980
1970-1979
1974
Housing and Population Density in Columbus
Population and demographic studies aren’t the only way to view regional statistics. All local population data, along with maps down to the neighborhood level, can be found here. And if you have an account, the Columbus Metropolitan Library system is a great source for all kinds of historic documents.
