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Fort Seneca, OH

Ohio

Fort Seneca is a small town in Ohio with a population of 89. Residents earn $53,056 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
89 Population 141/sq mi density
$53,056 Median Income $34,046 per capita
51°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
3.3 / 5.0
$53,056 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,056
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,056
Per Capita$34,046
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,753M
Commute22 min

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation699 ft (213 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries6

Is Fort Seneca a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Seneca is $53,056, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Seneca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 38.7 inches, including 29.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fort Seneca has a population of 89 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

89
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Seneca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fort Seneca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Seneca is $53,056, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fort Seneca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,056
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,046
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,256
County GDP$2,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants111
Healthcare126
Retail147
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

In Fort Seneca, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Seneca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death9,987/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities126
Fort Seneca 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 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall29.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates41.2043°N, 83.1679°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.5-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants111
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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