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Kirby, OH

Ohio

Kirby is a small town in Ohio with a population of 53. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
53 Population 482/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $28,687 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$425 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $425/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density482/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$28,687
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units29
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.7%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation874 ft (266 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries3

Is Kirby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirby receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kirby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirby is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirby is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kirby has a population of 53 with a density of 482 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 11.3% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
482
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kirby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirby is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kirby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,687
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$64,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)589
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare41
Retail64
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirby is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Housing Units29
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Kirby, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,618
Dentists1:3,595
Mental Health1:1,192
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death8,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access35.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Kirby has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation874 ft (266 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density482/sq mi
Coordinates40.8135°N, 83.4194°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density482/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants46
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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