Lake Milton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Lake Milton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 533. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
533 Population 358/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $43,189 per capita
$391,200 Home Value
$817 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$391,200 home value, $817/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $391,200
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$43,189
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$12,615M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$391,200
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation974 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries16

Is Lake Milton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Milton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Lake Milton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Milton is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Milton is $391,200, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Milton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lake Milton has a population of 533 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

533
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Milton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Milton is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lake Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,189
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$65,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,253
County GDP$12,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare727
Retail807
Manufacturing297

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Milton is $391,200, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$391,200
39% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Lake Milton, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Milton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death12,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access89.2%
Healthcare Facilities727

Crime Rates: Lake Milton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Lake Milton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates41.0940°N, 80.9758°W
County FIPS39099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities727
Restaurants557
Retail Stores807

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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