Hiram, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hiram is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,363. Residents earn $93,199 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,363 Population 1,239/sq mi density
$93,199 Median Income $24,722 per capita
$225,900 Home Value $321,037 Zillow
$929 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$93,199 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,900 home value, $929/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
46.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,199
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,900
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.9%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,363
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density1,239/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,199
Per Capita$24,722
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$8,793M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,900
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,037

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation1,259 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Libraries7

Is Hiram a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiram receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Hiram stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiram is $93,199, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hiram is $225,900, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hiram experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hiram has a population of 1,363 with a density of 1,239 people per square mile. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 11.4% Black.

Population

1,363
Total Population
1,239
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiram vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hiram vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiram is $93,199, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hiram vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,199
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,109
IRS Avg AGI$73,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,770
County GDP$8,793M

Business (County)

Restaurants327
Healthcare293
Retail432
Manufacturing240

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hiram is $225,900, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,037.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,900
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,037
Median List Price$215,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$215,950
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Hiram, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death8,136/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Hiram has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Coordinates41.3115°N, 81.1429°W
County FIPS39133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.9%
39% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants327
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home26.9%

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