Kingston, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Kingston is a small town in Ohio with a population of 837. Residents earn $40,609 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
837 Population 2,262/sq mi density
$40,609 Median Income $29,041 per capita
$138,700 Home Value $249,596 Zillow
$667 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$40,609 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$138,700 home value, $667/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,609
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,700
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population837
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density2,262/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,609
Per Capita$29,041
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$843M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,700
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,596
Housing Units454
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation789 ft (240 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband73.7%
Libraries3

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $40,609, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston is $138,700, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°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 43.6 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kingston has a population of 837 with a density of 2,262 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

837
Total Population
2,262
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston is $40,609, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,609
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,041
Avg Weekly Wage$730
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)589
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare52
Retail72
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,808
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston is $138,700, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,596.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,700
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,596
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.9%
Housing Units454
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,808
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Kingston, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death12,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities52
Kingston has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation789 ft (240 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,262/sq mi
Coordinates39.4723°N, 82.9120°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.3-point margin. 73.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,262/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants84
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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