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Benton Ridge, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Hancock County County
Benton Ridge, OH
At a Glance
How Benton Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benton Ridge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benton Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benton Ridge residents earn a median household income of $75,938 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,205. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,961 business establishments, including 190 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton Ridge is $123,800 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $213,674. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Benton Ridge reports 94 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 850/100K.
Education
22.0% of adults in Benton Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.