Buford, OH

Ohio

Buford is a small town in Ohio with a population of 488. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
488 Population 330/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $32,721 per capita
$152,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 17.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,900 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,900
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.1%
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.0%
372% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population488
Median Age26.8 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$32,721
Unemployment17.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,887M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation963 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Buford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buford receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Buford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buford is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 17.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buford is $152,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Buford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Buford has a population of 488 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 26.8 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

488
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
26.8yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Buford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Buford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buford is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Buford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,721
Avg Weekly Wage$862
IRS Avg AGI$54,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)853
County GDP$1,887M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare98
Retail141
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buford is $152,900, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,900
46% 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-Occupied95.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Buford, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death11,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Buford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation963 ft (294 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates39.0720°N, 83.8393°W
County FIPS39071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 44.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.1%
31% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants63
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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