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Empire, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Empire is a small town in Ohio with a population of 264. Residents earn $57,708 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
264 Population 880/sq mi density
$57,708 Median Income $29,813 per capita
$57,900 Home Value
$781 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,708 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,900 home value, $781/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,708
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,900
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density880/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans18.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,708
Per Capita$29,813
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,900
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units112
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.9%
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation666 ft (203 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries3

Is Empire a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Empire is $57,708, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Empire is $57,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Empire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Empire has a population of 264 with a density of 880 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

264
Total Population
880
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Empire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Empire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Empire is $57,708, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Empire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,708
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,813
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)901
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare72
Retail90
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Empire is $57,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,900
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Empire, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 30.1% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep45.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,686
Dentists1:1,174
Mental Health1:541
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access97.8%
Healthcare Facilities72
Empire has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density880/sq mi
Coordinates40.5117°N, 80.6261°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density880/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants68
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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