Gordon, OH

Ohio

Gordon is a small town in Ohio with a population of 248. Residents earn $75,500 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
248 Population 1,459/sq mi density
$75,500 Median Income $37,518 per capita
$118,500 Home Value
$807 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$75,500 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,500 home value, $807/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,500
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,459/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,500
Per Capita$37,518
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,500
Rent$807
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.9%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries11

Is Gordon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gordon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon is $75,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon is $118,500, 58% 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 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordon 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gordon has a population of 248 with a density of 1,459 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

248
Total Population
1,459
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gordon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon is $75,500, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Gordon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,500
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,518
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)806
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare77
Retail89
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon is $118,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $807 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,500
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$807
31% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Gordon, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death9,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities77
Gordon 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. The area enjoys 293 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 Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Coordinates39.9303°N, 84.5091°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.1-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.2%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 59.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants59
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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