Brilliant, OH

Ohio · Brooke County · Weirton-Steubenville Metro

Brilliant is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,065. Residents earn $49,100 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,065 Population 609/sq mi density

$49,100 Median Income $25,368 per capita

$70,400 Home Value $78,075 Zillow

$546 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

52 Violent Crime/100K 1,731 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$49,100 median income, 2.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$70,400 home value, $546/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

52 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $49,100

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $70,400

75% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 52/100K

86% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.1%

58% lower than US avg

Median Rent $546

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.2%

41% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.3%

36% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.3%

1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,065

Median Age44.6 yrs

Density609/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,100

Per Capita$25,368

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty12.3%

County GDP$1,317M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$70,400

Rent$546

Ownership63.0%

Zillow$78,075

Housing Units647

Rent Burden18.0%

Crime

Violent52/100K

Property1,731/100K

Health

Obesity45.2%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking22.0%

Depression31.2%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.1%

High School+96.3%

Graduate+3.5%

School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute21 min

Broadband83.4%

EV Stations1

Libraries2

Is Brilliant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brilliant receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brilliant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brilliant is $49,100, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brilliant is $70,400, 75% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $546 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.

Safety & Crime

Brilliant is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,731 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brilliant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°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 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Brilliant has a population of 1,065 with a density of 609 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (96%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 3.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,065

Total Population

609

People / sq mi

44.6yrs

Median Age

15% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brilliant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%

26% above US avg

Spanish 0.8%

94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brilliant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brilliant is $49,100, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,368 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,010, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 618 business establishments, including 49 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brilliant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,100
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,368
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,010
IRS Avg AGI	$64,514
Gini Index	0.409 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.3%
	36% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.3%
	1% below US avg
Establishments (County)	618
County GDP	$1,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants	49
Healthcare	58
Retail	56
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,093
	40% below US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.0 min
Drive Alone	83.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Brilliant is $70,400, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $78,075, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $546 (53% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 647 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1949. The average annual property tax is $2,093 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 18.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$70,400
	75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$78,075

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$546
	53% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.0%
Owner-Occupied	63.0%
Renter-Occupied	37.0%
Housing Units	647
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,093
	40% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.97%

In Brilliant, 45.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 37.6% have high blood pressure. 22.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 32.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,428. The dentist ratio is 1:4,347. 68.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.2%
	41% above US avg
Diabetes	13.1%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	37.6%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	9.9%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.0%
	57% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	32.6%
Depression	31.2%
Mental Distress	22.2%
Physical Distress	16.7%
Short Sleep	44.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.2%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,428
Dentists	1:4,347
Mental Health	1:2,137
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	58.8%
Premature Death	11,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	68.8%
Healthcare Facilities	58

Brilliant has a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,731 per 100,000, 12% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Brilliant receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	52.5/100K
	86% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,731.4/100K
	12% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	1.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Brilliant experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,010 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.2°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,010 ft (308 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density	609/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2682°N, 80.6376°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Brooke County County
Nearest Airport	Pittsburgh International (PIT) 26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"

1% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	1.94 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	54.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	85.7 / 100
Community Resilience	57.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Sep 25, 1998	2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania	M4.5	138 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	129 km
Jun 3, 2017	1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio	M3.4	68 km
Apr 24, 2025	3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio	M3.1	89 km
Apr 22, 2025	3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio	M3.1	83 km
Aug 31, 2011	3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio	M3.1	110 km
Jun 5, 2011	5 km W of Lodi, Ohio	M3.0	148 km
Apr 2, 2017	5 km W of Graysville, Ohio	M3.0	85 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	79 km
May 9, 2025	3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio	M2.9	89 km
Aug 7, 2000	2 km S of Limaville, Ohio	M2.9	88 km
Apr 29, 2025	1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio	M2.8	87 km
Feb 3, 2025	0 km NE of Reno, Ohio	M2.8	118 km
Aug 31, 2011	2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia	M2.8	111 km
May 17, 2010	2 km S of Boston Heights, Ohio	M2.7	131 km
Sep 4, 2011	3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia	M2.6	106 km
Sep 11, 2024	4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania	M2.5	22 km
Jan 26, 2018	7 km NNW of Vincent, Ohio	M2.5	130 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

264 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 20 fatalities, 559 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 3, 1980	EF4	88 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	63 km	9
Oct 12, 1978	EF3	64 km	0
Jul 11, 1976	EF3	97 km	1
May 8, 1969	EF3	48 km	1
Aug 3, 1963	EF3	65 km	2
Aug 5, 1956	EF3	98 km	2
Jun 26, 2024	EF2	84 km	0
May 11, 2024	EF2	49 km	0
May 7, 2024	EF2	38 km	0
Feb 28, 2024	EF2	66 km	0
Aug 1, 2022	EF2	28 km	0
Oct 21, 2021	EF2	12 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	50 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	33 km	0
Mar 23, 2011	EF2	76 km	0
Nov 12, 2003	EF2	78 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF2	99 km	0
Apr 9, 2001	EF2	85 km	0
May 23, 2000	EF2	39 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-1°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	40°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
May	60°F (15°C)	4.2 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.4 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.2 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.9 in

Brilliant has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.3").

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Brilliant is located in Brooke County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.4% of the vote, a 44.6-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 58 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%

D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	1.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.1%
	58% below US avg
High School+	96.3%
Graduate Degree+	3.5%
School Test Score	5.90

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	609/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi
County	Brooke County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.4%
Avg Download Speed	99.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	58
Restaurants	49
Retail Stores	56

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.0 min
Drive Alone	83.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.4%

Average costs for common services in Brilliant. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139–$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93–$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928–$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70–$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46–$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93–$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$675
Toddler	$641
Preschool	$663
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$621
Toddler	$677
Preschool	$677

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Brooke County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	950	26	$76,919	1.64
Retail Trade	916	55	$33,185	1.30
Accommodation & Food Services	683	48	$21,148	1.06
Arts & Entertainment	154	27	$19,157	1.30
Administrative & Waste Services	127	42	$45,856	0.31
Wholesale Trade	125	31	$78,637	0.45
Finance & Insurance	125	26	$65,857	0.44
Other Services	125	42	$23,191	0.59
Professional & Technical Services	102	49	$58,931	0.21
Real Estate	73	15	$54,999	0.67
Management of Companies	31	3	$60,497	0.26
Information & Technology	8	7	$72,153	0.06
Unclassified	5	2	$69,193	0.51

Schools in Brilliant

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Buckeye North Elementary School	Elementary	273	17	16.1:1

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Radio Stations near Brilliant

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Jazz FM	jazz	AAC 131 kbps
WWOV 101.1 FM	bluegrass, country	MP3 128 kbps
WJPA	—	MP3 96 kbps
93.3 The Drive	—	MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Brilliant

37 national parks and monuments found near Brilliant.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Barkcamp State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park	State Park	Free
Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??)	State Park	Free
Cuyahoga Valley National Park	National Park	Free
East Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
First Ladies National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Fort Laurens State Park	State Park	Free
Friendship Hill National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Grave Creek Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hillman State Park	State Park	Free
Hower Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Howes State Park	State Park	Free
Jefferson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Long Lake State Park	State Park	Free
McConnells Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Moraine State Park	State Park	Free
Mud Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park	State Park	Free
North Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Point State Park	State Park	Free
Portage Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Pricketts Fort State Park	State Park	Free
Raccoon Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rex Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Ryerson Station State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Tomlinson Run State Park	State Park	Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tygart Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Valley Falls State Park	State Park	Free
West Branch State Park	State Park	Free
West Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Wolf Run State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Brilliant

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
TONY AND NINA GENTILE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$79,444,387
WJU ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3042432096	$48,054,560
ALEXANDAR CAMPELL MANSION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3048297000	$33,571,416
OLD FORT STEUBEN PROJECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7402831787	$214,784
FORT VANCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7249475441	$145,937
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE OHIO VALLEY	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3042145437	$59,259
WEIRTON AREA MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	3149 MAIN ST	3042241909	$58,170
ART WORKS AROUND TOWN	ART MUSEUM		3042337540	$32,009
HANCOCK COUNTY MUSEUM COMMISSION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$15,976
BROOKE VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3435 MAIN STREET	3046705003	$15,858
MARLAND HEIGHTS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$5,718
AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2423 TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY 220	7407654750
BROOKE COUNTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3047374060
BROOKE HANCOCK VETERANS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3046705003
DUNBAR SCHOOL DOCTOR A J MAJOR HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT HENRY LIVING HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM
GOOD ZOO & BENEDUM PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	465 LODGE DRIVE	3042434030
HISTORIC FORT STEUBEN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7402831787
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MOUNT PLEASANT OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	UNION STREET	8007522631
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SMITHFIELD OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 32
JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		7402831133
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	493 ELDERSVILLE RD	7249479015
KRUGER STREET TOY AND TRAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3042428133
MARTINS FERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7406335046
MEADOWCROFT MUSEUM OF RURAL LIFE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7245873412
MEADOWCROFT ROCKSHELTER & HISTORIC VILLAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7245873412
NUTTING GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
OGLEBAY INSTITUTE GLASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3042427272
OGLEBAY'S GOOD ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	465 LODGE DRIVE	3042434030
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	30 - 22ND STREET
SMART-CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	30 22ND STREET
UNOFFICIAL LEGO & TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4597 NOBLE ST
WHEELING BIG BAND SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	24 SAINT CHARLES AVE

Libraries in Brilliant

Name	Address	Annual Visits
OHIO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	52 16TH ST.	182,819
STEUBENVILLE & JEFFERSON COUNTY, PL OF	407 S. 4TH ST.	128,856
BELMONT COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY	20 JAMES WRIGHT PLACE	88,140
BROOKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	945 MAIN STREET	76,880
MARY H. WEIR PUBLIC LIBRARY	3442 MAIN STREET	28,929
SWANEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	210 S. COURT STREET	14,040
BURGETTSTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY	2 KERR ST	9,237
AVELLA AREA LIBRARY CENTER	11 SCHOOL COURT	8,653

Farmers Markets in Brilliant

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brooke County Farmers Market - Follansbee	1500 Main Street	06/22/2016 to 09/28/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Brooke County Farmers Market - Wellsburg	Route 2 Wellsburg	06/25/2016 to 09/17/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Downtown Steubenville Farmers' Market	300 South 4th Street	June to October
Farmers' gateway Market	Eastern Gateway Community College, 4000 Sunset Boulevard	06/14/2017 to 10/11/2017	Wed: 4:30 PM-6:30 PM;
Noodles Market	932 Main Street
Ohio Valley Farmers' Market	Mall Road	06/09/2016 to 10/20/2016	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
The Serbian Sun Market	1000 Colliers Way				Visit
Weirton Events Center	3322 East Street	July 12, 2012 to October 25, 2012	Thu:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;		Visit
Weirton Farmers Market	306-308 Penco Road	July 9, 2012 to October 29, 2012	Mon:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;		Visit
Wheeling Farmers Market I	1221 National Rd	06/01/2013 to 10/26/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Wheeling Farmers Market II	Elm Terrace Shopping Center (East Cove Ave.)	07/09/2014 to 10/23/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Brilliant

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amoco

Banks in Brilliant

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

U.S. Bank

Breweries in Brilliant

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Breezy Heights Tavern	American Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Pub Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs	714 Washington Pike	7245873461	Visit
Freedom Way Lounge	Bars & Grills, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants	4337 Freedom Way	3047481900
Mountaineer Bar and Grill Inc	Wheeling, Cocktail Lounges, West Virginia (wv), Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Wheeli	664 Fairmont Pike	3042380061, 13042380061
R K & Sons	Brewers' Grain, Breweries	37 Church St
River City Restaurant	Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar	1400 Main St	3042334555	Visit
Rob's Friendly Tavern	Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grills, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants	2304 State Route 213	7402839484, 7.402839484E9	Visit
Third Alarm Bar	Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Associations, Clubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	70 New Jersey St	3042330511
To Go Cafe	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cafes, Cocktail Lounges, Carry-out Food, Restaurants	106 Togo St	3047374545	Visit

Pharmacies in Brilliant

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BUKMIR'S HEALTH MART PHARMACY	908 3RD STREET	740-598-4755

Cell Towers in Brilliant

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
LAUREL RD	TOWER	128
111 LENA LN (16315)	LTOWER	116
111 LENA LN	TOWER	116
335 BETHPAGE LANE (80028)	GTOWER	111
273 TOWER ROAD (3663)	GTOWER	107
WHIPPERILL ROAD (3522)	LTOWER	99
Route 70 (3590)	GTOWER	95
1000' W OF 10TH & 11TH STS	TOWER	91
.2 MI NE	TOWER	90
3446 COUNTY ROAD 16 (14837)	LTOWER	81
School Court Road (3535)	LTOWER	81
Off of School Court Road	TOWER	81
(Sugar Grove) 875 Township Road 603	LTOWER	81
RD1 BOX 65 (3677)	LTOWER	75
1500' S OF HWY 151, 2.2 MI E OF SPRINDALE ROAD(steubenville)	TOWER	61
151 Chatham St. (80029)	MTOWER	61
6200' W FROM I/S NO. 10 & US I-70	TOWER	61
COOPERS RIDGE (3664)	LTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Brilliant

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Brilliant Volunteer Fire Department	1001 3RD ST	Volunteer			740-598-4151

Power Plants Near Brilliant

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CARDINAL	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL	221112	-80.7	OP

Bridges in Brilliant

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1958	576	12,803	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	144	12,362	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2023	145	10,000	G
Arch (Deck)	Steel	2023	1,853	9,900	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	39	2,641	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	199	731	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	2022	30	104	G

Airports Near Brilliant

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Pittsburgh International Airport	PIT	Large Airport
Allegheny County Airport	AGC	Medium Airport
Beaver County Airport	BFP	Medium Airport
Morgantown Municipal Airport Walter L. (Bill) Hart Field	MGW	Medium Airport
Wheeling Ohio County Airport	HLG	Medium Airport
Aero Flight Center Airport	—	Small Airport
Alderman Airport	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
Andrew J Ciechomski Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Bandel Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnesville Bradfield Airport	—	Small Airport
Bieber Field	—	Small Airport
Black Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Blomster Field	—	Small Airport
Brennan Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulick Field	—	Small Airport
Butler Farm Show Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll County-Tolson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cataney Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbiana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswind Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Eddie Dew Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Finleyville Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fino Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Frame Field	—	Small Airport
Furey Airport	—	Small Airport
Glendale Fokker Field	GWV	Small Airport
Gray Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene County Airport	WAY	Small Airport
Gregg Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammond Airport	—	Small Airport
Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrison County Airport	—	Small Airport
Herron Airport	—	Small Airport
Hibbetts Airport	—	Small Airport
Horne Airport	—	Small Airport
Howell Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson Airport	—	Small Airport
Jefferson County Airpark	—	Small Airport
Kindelberger Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Koons Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Arthur Field	—	Small Airport
Lakehill Airport	—	Small Airport
Lee Field	—	Small Airport
Lenzner Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Marshall County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Coy Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Brilliant

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Benwood Police Department
Martins Ferry Police Department	35 South 5th Street
State Highway Patrol Office	Cadiz Road
Steubenville Police Department
Weirton Police Department	200 Municipal Plaza
Weirton Police Department	200 Municipal Plaza
West Virginia State Police
Wheeling Police Department	2115 Chapline Street

Grocery Stores in Brilliant

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Coen 1820	Convenience Store	1499 3rd St

Post Offices in Brilliant

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Brilliant Post Office	801 3rd Street

Treatment Centers in Brilliant

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Access Residential	Both	937-965-4925
Cornerstone Care - Burgettstown	Mental Health	724-947-2255
Crittenton Services	Both	304-242-7060
Family Recovery Center - Outpatient Program	Substance Abuse	740-283-4946
HealthWays Inc - Miracles Happen	Substance Abuse	304-242-0217
Lighthouse Counseling/Mediation Servs	Both	740-314-5339
National Youth Advocate Program Inc	Mental Health	304-243-1865
Northwood Health Systems - Brooke County Clinic	Both	304-217-3050
Northwood Health Systems - Ohio County Clinic	Both	304-234-3570
Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH XI LLC	Substance Abuse	740-598-2054
SELF Discovery - Chrysalis Health Ohio	Substance Abuse	740-314-8195
Southeast Healthcare	Mental Health	740-695-9344
Wellspring Family Services - Crittenton Services	Both	304-748-3768
Youth Services System Inc	Both	304-233-9627 x428

DOL Wage Violations in Brilliant

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,104 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

Violations

$5,104

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Xtreme Honda	—	—	43913	—	1	$5,104	$5,104	1

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brilliant

What is the population of Brilliant?

Brilliant has a population of 1,065 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 609 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Brilliant expensive to live in?

Brilliant is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,100, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,400 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brilliant safe?

Brilliant is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,731 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Brilliant receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Brilliant?

Brilliant has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Brilliant?

The job market in Brilliant is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,010. There are 618 business establishments in the area, including 49 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brilliant?

The median home value in Brilliant is $70,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $78,075. For renters, the median monthly rent is $546. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,093.

How are the schools in Brilliant?

Schools in Brilliant score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.1% of adults in Brilliant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Brilliant?

The obesity rate in Brilliant is 45.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.0% of adults are smokers. 32.6% are physically inactive. 31.2% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 68.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,428.

What is transportation like in Brilliant?

The average commute in Brilliant is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brilliant?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brilliant is 96% White. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.8% of residents have a disability. 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Wellsburg, WV 2,364 pop · 1.7 mi Mingo Junction, OH 3,382 pop · 4.1 mi Hooverson Heights, WV 2,156 pop · 4.4 mi Follansbee, WV 2,790 pop · 5.2 mi Bethany, WV 1,066 pop · 6.0 mi Steubenville, OH 18,144 pop · 6.9 mi Tiltonsville, OH 1,240 pop · 7.3 mi West Liberty, WV 1,568 pop · 7.5 mi Wintersville, OH 3,835 pop · 8.5 mi Yorkville, OH 1,002 pop · 8.7 mi Weirton, WV 18,785 pop · 10.3 mi Martins Ferry, OH 6,192 pop · 12.3 mi Toronto, OH 5,452 pop · 13.2 mi Wheeling, WV 26,670 pop · 13.8 mi

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