Hanging Rock, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hanging Rock is a small town in Ohio with a population of 168. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
168 Population 300/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $34,131 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$34,131
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,075M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$675
Ownership77.5%
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation545 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Hanging Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanging Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hanging Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanging Rock is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanging Rock is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanging Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hanging Rock has a population of 168 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

168
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanging Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hanging Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanging Rock is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hanging Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,131
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$65,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)788
County GDP$1,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare61
Retail101
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,310
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanging Rock is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). 77.5% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.5%
Owner-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,310
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Hanging Rock, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hanging Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,737/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hanging Rock has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates38.5600°N, 82.7276°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants37
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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