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Cumberland, OH

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Cumberland is a small town in Ohio with a population of 362. Residents earn $56,765 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
362 Population 739/sq mi density
$56,765 Median Income $24,373 per capita
$82,500 Home Value $184,103 Zillow
$694 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,765 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,500 home value, $694/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,765
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population362
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,765
Per Capita$24,373
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$580M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,103
Housing Units153
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking18.0%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation859 ft (262 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute34 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries1

Is Cumberland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumberland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cumberland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cumberland is $56,765, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumberland is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cumberland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cumberland has a population of 362 with a density of 739 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%).

Population

362
Total Population
739
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumberland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cumberland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumberland is $56,765, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Cumberland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,765
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,373
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumberland is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,103.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,103

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Cumberland, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Cumberland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation859 ft (262 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates39.8533°N, 81.6587°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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