Coalton, OH

Ohio

Coalton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 464. Residents earn $43,064 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
464 Population 829/sq mi density
$43,064 Median Income $19,357 per capita
$56,000 Home Value
$653 Median Rent 35.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$43,064 median income, 17.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,000 home value, $653/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,064
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,000
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $653
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.8%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.4%
383% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.0%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density829/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,064
Per Capita$19,357
Unemployment17.4%
Poverty38.0%
County GDP$1,314M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,000
Rent$653
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden35.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,128/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary851/100K

Health

Obesity46.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation705 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Broadband73.8%
Libraries3

Is Coalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coalton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Coalton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coalton is $43,064, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coalton is $56,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $653 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Coalton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,128 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coalton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coalton has a population of 464 with a density of 829 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

464
Total Population
829
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Coalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coalton is $43,064, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Coalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,064
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,357
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$57,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.4%
383% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.0%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)755
County GDP$1,314M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare85
Retail121
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coalton is $56,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $653 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$20
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio77.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$653
44% below US avg
Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Rate5.44%
In Coalton, 46.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.8%
46% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD11.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death13,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.2%
Healthcare Facilities85
Coalton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,128 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,127.7/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary851.1/100K
Theft1,276.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Coalton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density829/sq mi
Coordinates39.1117°N, 82.6109°W
County FIPS39079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 73.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density829/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants59
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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