Ohio
Helena is a small town in Ohio with a population of 284. Residents earn $70,417 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Based on current data, Helena receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Helena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Helena is $70,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Helena is $130,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,325 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Helena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,417 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,694 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,013 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,958 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,468 |
| County GDP | $4,099M |
| Restaurants | 122 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 183 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,475 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.66% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $130,800 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,227 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,325 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.2% |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,475 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.66% |
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,229/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.9 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 697 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 979/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3403°N, 83.2919°W |
| County FIPS | 39143 |
Winner: Republican by 30.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.4% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 979/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Restaurants | 122 |
| Retail Stores | 183 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |