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Gratiot, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Gratiot is a small town in Ohio with a population of 267. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
267 Population 2,054/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $29,297 per capita
$123,100 Home Value
$819 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,100 home value, $819/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,100
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density2,054/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$29,297
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$937M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,100
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.4%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries8

Is Gratiot a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gratiot receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gratiot offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gratiot is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gratiot is $123,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gratiot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gratiot has a population of 267 with a density of 2,054 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

267
Total Population
2,054
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gratiot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gratiot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gratiot is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Gratiot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,297
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$937M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gratiot is $123,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,100
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.62%
In Gratiot, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death11,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities69
Gratiot has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,054/sq mi
Coordinates39.9515°N, 82.2168°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,054/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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