Carroll, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Carroll is a small town in Ohio with a population of 631. Residents earn $69,323 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
631 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$69,323 Median Income $37,855 per capita
$253,800 Home Value $417,902 Zillow
$953 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,323 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$253,800 home value, $953/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,323
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $253,800
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population631
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,323
Per Capita$37,855
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$6,849M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,800
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$417,902
Housing Units196
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking13.2%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation822 ft (251 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.9%
Libraries9

Is Carroll a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carroll receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Carroll stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carroll is $69,323, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carroll is $253,800, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Carroll experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carroll has a population of 631 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

631
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carroll vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carroll vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carroll is $69,323, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carroll vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,323
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,855
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$76,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,510
County GDP$6,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare403
Retail349
Manufacturing103

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Carroll is $253,800, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $417,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,800
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$417,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$749
1 Bedroom$846
2 Bedrooms$1,086
3 Bedrooms$1,371
4 Bedrooms$1,451

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Carroll, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death8,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities403
Carroll 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 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates39.8026°N, 82.7062°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.65
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.9%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities403
Restaurants273
Retail Stores349

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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