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Bascom, OH

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Bascom is a small town in Ohio with a population of 267. Residents earn $86,563 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
267 Population 177/sq mi density
$86,563 Median Income $29,484 per capita
$141,700 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,563
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $141,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,563
Per Capita$29,484
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,753M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units114
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.6%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries6

Is Bascom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bascom receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Bascom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bascom is $86,563, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bascom is $141,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bascom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 29.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bascom has a population of 267 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

267
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bascom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bascom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bascom is $86,563, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bascom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,563
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,484
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,256
County GDP$2,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants111
Healthcare126
Retail147
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bascom is $141,700, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,700
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.1%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Bascom, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death9,987/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities126
Bascom has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall29.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates41.1290°N, 83.2869°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.5-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants111
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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