Crown City, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Crown City is a small town in Ohio with a population of 538. Residents earn $44,922 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
538 Population 464/sq mi density
$44,922 Median Income $22,437 per capita
$133,300 Home Value $139,822 Zillow
$732 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$44,922 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,300 home value, $732/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,922
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,922
Per Capita$22,437
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$2,192M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,822
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation827 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries5

Is Crown City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crown City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Crown City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crown City is $44,922, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.2% 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 Crown City is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crown City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crown City has a population of 538 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

538
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Crown City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crown City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crown City is $44,922, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Crown City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,922
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,437
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$58,709

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,013
County GDP$2,192M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare120
Retail140
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Crown City is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,822.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,822

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Crown City, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crown City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death15,074/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities120

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Crown City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates38.5897°N, 82.2973°W
County FIPS39087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants66
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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