Ironton, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Lawrence County County
Ironton, OH
At a Glance
How Ironton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ironton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ironton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ironton residents earn a median household income of $45,694 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,560. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,013 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ironton is $112,400 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,103. Median rent is $760/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Ironton reports 268 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 477/100K.
Education
15.8% of adults in Ironton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ironton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.