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Hartford (Croton), OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hartford (Croton) is a small town in Ohio with a population of 414. Residents earn $54,196 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
414 Population 781/sq mi density
$54,196 Median Income $24,464 per capita
$150,800 Home Value
$1,094 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$54,196 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,800 home value, $1,094/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,196
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population414
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,196
Per Capita$24,464
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$11,123M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.6%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries11

Is Hartford (Croton) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartford (Croton) receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hartford (Croton) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartford (Croton) is $54,196, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartford (Croton) is $150,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartford (Croton) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hartford (Croton) has a population of 414 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

414
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartford (Croton) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hartford (Croton) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartford (Croton) is $54,196, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hartford (Croton) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,196
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$75,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,996
County GDP$11,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants350
Healthcare302
Retail433
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,849
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartford (Croton) is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% 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

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units145
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,849
67% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Hartford (Croton), 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hartford (Croton) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death8,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities302
Hartford (Croton) has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density781/sq mi
Coordinates40.2399°N, 82.6908°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities302
Restaurants350
Retail Stores433

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Nearby Cities

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