Higginsport, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Higginsport is a small town in Ohio with a population of 374. Residents earn $50,694 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
374 Population 1,496/sq mi density
$50,694 Median Income $15,834 per capita
$96,400 Home Value
$731 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,694 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $731/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,694
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,496/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,694
Per Capita$15,834
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking20.9%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation513 ft (156 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+73.9%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute37 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries7

Is Higginsport a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Higginsport is $50,694, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Higginsport is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Higginsport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Higginsport has a population of 374 with a density of 1,496 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

374
Total Population
1,496
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Higginsport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Higginsport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higginsport is $50,694, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Higginsport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,694
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,834
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% above US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Higginsport is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below US avg
Median List Price$229,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,900
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.9%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Higginsport, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits55.2%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78
Higginsport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation513 ft (156 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Coordinates38.7898°N, 83.9670°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+73.9%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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