Cairo, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Cairo is a small town in Ohio with a population of 600. Residents earn $79,643 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
600 Population 2,143/sq mi density
$79,643 Median Income $33,606 per capita
$107,900 Home Value $133,265 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,643 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,900 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,643
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $107,900
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population600
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density2,143/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,643
Per Capita$33,606
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$11,167M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,900
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,265
Rent Burden17.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation814 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries7

Is Cairo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cairo receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cairo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cairo is $79,643, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cairo is $107,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cairo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cairo has a population of 600 with a density of 2,143 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

600
Total Population
2,143
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cairo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cairo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cairo is $79,643, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Cairo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,643
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,606
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$64,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,586
County GDP$11,167M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare265
Retail361
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cairo is $107,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,265.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,265

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Cairo, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death10,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities265

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Cairo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,143/sq mi
Coordinates40.8308°N, 84.0845°W
County FIPS39003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,143/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants216
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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