La Croft, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

La Croft is a small town in Ohio with a population of 944. Residents earn $51,650 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
944 Population 828/sq mi density
$51,650 Median Income $30,826 per capita
$82,300 Home Value
$1,076 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,650 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,300 home value, $1,076/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,650
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,076
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population944
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density828/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,650
Per Capita$30,826
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,300
Rent$1,076
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation1,189 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries3

Is La Croft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Croft receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. La Croft offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Croft is $51,650, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Croft is $82,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,076 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

La Croft 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.

La Croft has a population of 944 with a density of 828 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 3% Black.

Population

944
Total Population
828
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

La Croft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Croft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Croft is $51,650, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: La Croft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,650
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,826
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% 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 Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Croft is $82,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,076 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,300
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,076
7% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In La Croft, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Croft vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death12,479/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

La Croft 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

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density828/sq mi
Coordinates40.6468°N, 80.5998°W
County FIPS54029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 95.7% 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+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density828/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants68
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home0.0%

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