Cecil, OH

Ohio

Cecil is a small town in Ohio with a population of 156. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
156 Population 107/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $34,733 per capita
$54,500 Home Value $179,077 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $54,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$34,733
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$790M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,077
Housing Units85

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.2%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation721 ft (220 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute19 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries6

Is Cecil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cecil 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Cecil offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cecil is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cecil is $54,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cecil 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.

Cecil has a population of 156 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

156
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cecil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cecil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cecil is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cecil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,733
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$67,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% 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 Rate5.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cecil is $54,500, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,500
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,077

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-Occupied98.6%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Rate5.64%
In Cecil, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death7,074/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities25
Cecil 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

Elevation721 ft (220 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates41.2191°N, 84.6016°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 71.0% 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+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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