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Alvordton, OH

Ohio

Alvordton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 135.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
135 Population 540/sq mi density
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How Alvordton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population135
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density540/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,428
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,708
Housing Units88
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking19.1%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries7

Is Alvordton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alvordton receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Alvordton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alvordton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 32.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alvordton has a population of 135 with a density of 540 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

135
Total Population
540
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63%
Female 37%

Race & Ethnicity

Alvordton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alvordton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alvordton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Alvordton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,428
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$169,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.2%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
In Alvordton, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alvordton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Alvordton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density540/sq mi
Coordinates41.6636°N, 84.4343°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density540/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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