Kanauga, OH

Ohio

Kanauga is a small town in Ohio with a population of 276. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
276 Population 952/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $20,551 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density952/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$20,551
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,093M
Commute16 min

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking22.9%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries3

Is Kanauga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanauga receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kanauga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kanauga is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kanauga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kanauga has a population of 276 with a density of 952 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

276
Total Population
952
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63%
Female 37%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanauga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kanauga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanauga is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kanauga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$56,008

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)494
County GDP$1,093M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare37
Retail69
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,164
38% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Kanauga, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 22.9% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.6%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death15,004/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access19.5%
Healthcare Facilities37
Kanauga has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density952/sq mi
Coordinates38.8417°N, 82.1505°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 58 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density952/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants28
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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