Home Value $178,100

37% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.0%

50% lower than US avg

Median Rent $790

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.8%

37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population124

Median Age51.7 yrs

Density539/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$38,152

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.8%

County GDP$1,365M

Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$178,100

Rent$790

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units173

Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking15.3%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation929 ft (283 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+4.5%

School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute34 min

Broadband96.5%

Libraries7

Is Lafayette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lafayette receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lafayette has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lafayette is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lafayette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lafayette has a population of 124 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

124

Total Population

539

People / sq mi

51.7yrs

Median Age

33% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.9%

Female 62.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lafayette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lafayette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lafayette is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lafayette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$38,152
Avg Weekly Wage	$960
IRS Avg AGI	$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.8%
	37% below US avg
Establishments (County)	563
County GDP	$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants	56
Healthcare	46
Retail	71
Manufacturing	29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,076
	12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.1 min
Drive Alone	84.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lafayette is $178,100, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$178,100
	37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$790
	32% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	41.7%
Housing Units	173
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,076
	12% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.73%

In Lafayette, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	18.7%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.9%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.5%
Dental Visits	61.6%
Premature Death	12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	56.2%
Healthcare Facilities	46

Lafayette has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.3°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.7 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	929 ft (283 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	539/sq mi
Coordinates	40.7589°N, 83.9499°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	39065

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 54.7-point margin. 96.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%

D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.0%
	50% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.5%
School Test Score	5.90

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	539/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.5%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	46
Restaurants	56
Retail Stores	71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.1 min
Drive Alone	84.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lafayette, OH

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lafayette a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lafayette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lafayette vs U.S. Average

Income: Lafayette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities