Clarington, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Clarington is a small town in Ohio with a population of 365. Residents earn $40,500 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 320/sq mi density
$40,500 Median Income $26,164 per capita
$133,300 Home Value $155,779 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,500 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$133,300 home value, $788/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,500
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,500
Per Capita$26,164
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$3,676M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,779
Housing Units172
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking19.1%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband70.7%
Libraries3

Is Clarington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarington receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clarington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarington is $40,500, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarington is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarington 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 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clarington has a population of 365 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

365
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarington is $40,500, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clarington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,500
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,164
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251
IRS Avg AGI$71,877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)682
County GDP$3,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare82
Retail84
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,626
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarington is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,626
54% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Clarington, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death10,486/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities82
Clarington 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 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates39.7809°N, 80.8650°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54051
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 70.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants51
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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