Dunkirk, OH

Ohio

Dunkirk is a small town in Ohio with a population of 806. Residents earn $47,031 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
806 Population 1,221/sq mi density
$47,031 Median Income $25,732 per capita
$101,200 Home Value $160,467 Zillow
$807 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,031 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,200 home value, $807/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,031
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,200
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population806
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,221/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,031
Per Capita$25,732
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,200
Rent$807
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,467
Rent Burden21.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation951 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries7

Is Dunkirk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunkirk receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dunkirk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunkirk is $47,031, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunkirk is $101,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunkirk 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 37.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dunkirk has a population of 806 with a density of 1,221 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

806
Total Population
1,221
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunkirk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunkirk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunkirk is $47,031, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Dunkirk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,031
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,732
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunkirk is $101,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $807 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,467.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,200
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,467

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$807
31% below US avg
Rent Burden21.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Dunkirk, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Dunkirk 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 37.6 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 Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Coordinates40.7881°N, 83.6426°W
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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