Gratis, OH

Ohio

Gratis is a small town in Ohio with a population of 876. Residents earn $76,131 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
876 Population 903/sq mi density
$76,131 Median Income $31,610 per capita
$141,800 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,131 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,800 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,131
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $141,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population876
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density903/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,131
Per Capita$31,610
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,800
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation875 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute31 min
Broadband95.1%
Libraries11

Is Gratis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gratis receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Gratis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gratis is $76,131, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gratis is $141,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gratis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gratis has a population of 876 with a density of 903 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

876
Total Population
903
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Gratis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gratis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gratis is $76,131, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Gratis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,131
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,610
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% 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 Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gratis is $141,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,800
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Gratis, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death9,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities77

Crime Rates: Gratis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Gratis 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation875 ft (267 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density903/sq mi
Coordinates39.6483°N, 84.5287°W
County FIPS39135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.1-point margin. 95.1% 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+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density903/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants59
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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