Median Income
$51,731
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$134,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Eaton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,353
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density1,299/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,731
Per Capita$31,291
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$134,700
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,363
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation1,042 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries11
Is Eaton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Eaton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eaton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Eaton is $51,731, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Eaton is $134,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Eaton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Eaton has a population of 8,353 with a density of 1,299 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.4% Black.
Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Eaton is $51,731, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,731 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,291 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,409 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 806 |
| County GDP | $1,563M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 59 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,260 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
The median home value in Eaton is $134,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,363.
Home Values
| Census Median | $134,700 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $244,363 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $769 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,260 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
In Eaton, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Eaton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,640/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
Crime Rates: Eaton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Eaton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.1 inches |
| 13% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,042 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,299/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7501°N, 84.6345°W |
| County FIPS | 39135 |