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Congress, OH

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Congress is a small town in Ohio with a population of 86. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 538/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $31,294 per capita
$950 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$950/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$31,294
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking20.8%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+68.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries3

Is Congress a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Congress receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Congress offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Congress is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Congress experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Congress has a population of 86 with a density of 538 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

86
Total Population
538
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.7%
Female 66.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Congress vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Congress vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Congress is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Congress vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,294
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$63,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,236
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants97
Healthcare111
Retail148
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,863
10% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,863
10% above US avg
In Congress, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits55.2%
Premature Death9,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access56.9%
Healthcare Facilities111
Congress has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates40.9253°N, 82.0559°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+68.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants97
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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