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Castine, OH

Ohio

Castine is a small town in Ohio with a population of 77. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
77 Population 963/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $24,973 per capita
$102,800 Home Value
$925 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,800 home value, $925/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density963/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$24,973
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,800
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units45
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.4%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries11

Is Castine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Castine receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Castine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castine is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castine is $102,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Castine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Castine has a population of 77 with a density of 963 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

77
Total Population
963
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Castine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Castine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castine is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Castine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,973
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)806
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare77
Retail89
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Castine is $102,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,800
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%
Housing Units45
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Castine, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death9,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities77
Castine 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 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density963/sq mi
Coordinates39.9310°N, 84.6247°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.1-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.2%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 59.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density963/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants59
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

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