Cygnet, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Cygnet is a small town in Ohio with a population of 547. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
547 Population 1,658/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $29,683 per capita
$115,800 Home Value $147,444 Zillow
$888 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $888/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population547
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,658/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$29,683
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,444
Rent Burden15.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation704 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries12

Is Cygnet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cygnet receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Cygnet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cygnet is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cygnet is $115,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cygnet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cygnet has a population of 547 with a density of 1,658 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

547
Total Population
1,658
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cygnet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cygnet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cygnet is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cygnet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,683
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$81,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,473
County GDP$10,692M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare293
Retail345
Manufacturing171

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cygnet is $115,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,444.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate5.66%
In Cygnet, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Cygnet has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation704 ft (215 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,658/sq mi
Coordinates41.2412°N, 83.6441°W
County FIPS39173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 10.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,658/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants337
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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