Blaine, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Blaine is a small town in Ohio with a population of 505. Residents earn $66,042 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
505 Population 711/sq mi density
$66,042 Median Income $38,395 per capita
$95,400 Home Value
$698 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value, $698/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,042
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans14.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,042
Per Capita$38,395
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,544M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation933 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute41 min
Broadband43.4%
Libraries10

Is Blaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blaine 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 long commute times, high obesity rates. Blaine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blaine is $66,042, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blaine is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blaine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blaine has a population of 505 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 9.9% Black.

Population

505
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Blaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blaine is $66,042, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Blaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,042
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,395
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$70,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,642
County GDP$3,544M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare179
Retail247
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,050
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.6 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blaine is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$698
40% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,050
16% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Blaine, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access57.1%
Healthcare Facilities179

Crime Rates: Blaine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Blaine has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation933 ft (284 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates40.0720°N, 80.8086°W
County FIPS39013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.3-point margin. 43.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 47.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.4%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants143
Retail Stores247

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.6 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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