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Benton Ridge, OH

Ohio

Benton Ridge is a small town in Ohio with a population of 328. Residents earn $75,938 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
328 Population 863/sq mi density
$75,938 Median Income $32,205 per capita
$123,800 Home Value
$597 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,938 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,800 home value, $597/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,938
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $123,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population328
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density863/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,938
Per Capita$32,205
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$7,323M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,800
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units173
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking17.1%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation783 ft (239 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries4

Is Benton Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benton Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Benton Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benton Ridge is $75,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benton Ridge is $123,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Benton Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Benton Ridge has a population of 328 with a density of 863 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

328
Total Population
863
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Benton Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benton Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benton Ridge is $75,938, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Benton Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,938
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,205
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$79,179

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,961
County GDP$7,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,701
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Benton Ridge is $123,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,800
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,701
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.80%
In Benton Ridge, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Benton Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities188
Benton Ridge has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation783 ft (239 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density863/sq mi
Coordinates41.0043°N, 83.7920°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density863/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants190
Retail Stores248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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