OHIO
Ohio Divorce Statistics 2025
Comprehensive divorce data for the seventh most populous state in the nation
State Divorce Rate
2.9per 1,000
Annual Filings
38,000
Average Duration
8.4years
Median Cost
$11,500
Divorce Filings by County
| County | Annual Filings | Rate per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) | 7,800 | 3.2 |
| Franklin County (Columbus) | 7,200 | 2.8 |
| Hamilton County (Cincinnati) | 4,500 | 2.9 |
| Summit County (Akron) | 2,900 | 2.7 |
| Montgomery County (Dayton) | 2,600 | 2.8 |
| Lucas County (Toledo) | 2,200 | 2.6 |
| Stark County (Canton) | 1,800 | 2.5 |
| Butler County | 1,650 | 2.2 |
Ohio Divorce Facts
- Ohio is an equitable distribution state
- 6-month residency requirement before filing
- Fault and no-fault grounds available
- No mandatory waiting period after filing
- Dissolution (mutual agreement) option available for uncontested cases
Cost Breakdown
Filing Fees
$250-$350
Uncontested (no attorney)
$1,200-$2,800
Mediated Divorce
$4,000-$7,500
Contested (with attorneys)
$11,000-$40,000+
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