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Birmingham, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Birmingham is a small town in Ohio with a population of 182. Residents earn $26,593 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
182 Population 163/sq mi density
$26,593 Median Income $32,643 per capita
$165,900 Home Value
$675 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,593 median income, 8.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$165,900 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,593
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,900
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age66.4 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,593
Per Capita$32,643
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$15,029M
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$165,900
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute25 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries16

Is Birmingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birmingham receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Birmingham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birmingham is $26,593, 65% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birmingham is $165,900, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Birmingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 47.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Birmingham has a population of 182 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

182
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
66.4yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birmingham is $26,593, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Birmingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,593
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$73,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,969
County GDP$15,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants542
Healthcare693
Retail775
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,154
76% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Birmingham is $165,900, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,900
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.4%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,154
76% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Birmingham, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death9,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities693
Birmingham has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall47.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates41.3302°N, 82.3617°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities693
Restaurants542
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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