Median Income
$41,528
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
49% lower than US avg
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population141
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans13.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,528
Per Capita$26,857
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$990M
Commute45 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation182 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+98.5%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute45 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries1
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ashland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Ashland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ashland is $41,528, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ashland is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Ashland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Ashland has a population of 141 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 27.7% Black.
Population
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Ashland is $41,528, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,528 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,857 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,573 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $990M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 44.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ashland is $131,300, 53% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Ashland, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ashland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 30.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,457/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Ashland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.7 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 182 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1204°N, 93.1125°W |
| County FIPS | 22081 |