Broughton, OH

Ohio

Broughton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 114. Residents earn $46,458 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
114 Population 518/sq mi density
$46,458 Median Income $24,200 per capita
$76,100 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,100 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,458
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,458
Per Capita$24,200
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$790M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.7%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation723 ft (220 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute21 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries6

Is Broughton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broughton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Broughton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broughton is $46,458, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broughton is $76,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Broughton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 23.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Broughton has a population of 114 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

114
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Broughton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Broughton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broughton is $46,458, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Broughton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,458
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,200
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$67,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare25
Retail48
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Broughton is $76,100, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,100
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Broughton, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death7,074/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities25
Broughton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall23.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates41.0880°N, 84.5350°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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