Hooven, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hooven is a small town in Ohio with a population of 483. Residents earn $43,229 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
483 Population 187/sq mi density
$43,229 Median Income $28,043 per capita
$83,000 Home Value
$834 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,229 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,000 home value, $834/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,229
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $834
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population483
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,229
Per Capita$28,043
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,000
Rent$834
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation732 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+80.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries6

Is Hooven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hooven receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hooven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hooven is $43,229, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hooven is $83,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $834 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hooven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hooven has a population of 483 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

483
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hooven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hooven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hooven is $43,229, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hooven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,229
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,043
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$78,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hooven is $83,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $834 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,000
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$834
28% below US avg
Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Hooven, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD12.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Hooven has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates39.1822°N, 84.7699°W
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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