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Lafferty, OH

Ohio

Lafferty is a small town in Ohio with a population of 76.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
76 Population 81/sq mi density
$120,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,072
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,576M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$120,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute12 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries4

Is Lafferty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lafferty receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lafferty faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lafferty is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.9% 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

Lafferty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lafferty has a population of 76 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

76
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lafferty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lafferty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lafferty is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Lafferty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,072
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$69,561

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)346
County GDP$1,576M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare18
Retail31
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lafferty is $120,800, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied68.6%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Lafferty, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate37.4%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,826
Dentists1:7,189
Mental Health1:2,360
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death11,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Lafferty has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates40.1166°N, 81.0220°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

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