Gomer, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Gomer is a small town in Ohio with a population of 168. Residents earn $71,944 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
168 Population 73/sq mi density
$71,944 Median Income $51,417 per capita
$139,700 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,944 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,700 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,944
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,944
Per Capita$51,417
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$11,167M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units131

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking15.5%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries7

Is Gomer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gomer receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gomer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gomer is $71,944, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gomer is $139,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gomer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gomer has a population of 168 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%).

Population

168
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gomer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gomer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gomer is $71,944, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gomer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,944
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,417
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$64,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,586
County GDP$11,167M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare265
Retail361
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gomer is $139,700, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,700
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$58
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Gomer, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death10,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities265
Gomer 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 41.2 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates40.8454°N, 84.1828°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants216
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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