Irondale, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Irondale is a small town in Ohio with a population of 271. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
271 Population 187/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $27,611 per capita
$78,000 Home Value $94,883 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$27,611
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$94,883
Rent Burden24.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation734 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries3

Is Irondale a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irondale is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irondale is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Irondale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Irondale has a population of 271 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

271
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Irondale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Irondale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irondale is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Irondale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,611
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)901
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare72
Retail90
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Irondale is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,883.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$94,883

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Irondale, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access97.8%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Irondale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates40.5722°N, 80.7257°W
County FIPS54029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants68
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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