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Laura, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Laura is a small town in Ohio with a population of 492. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
492 Population 1,822/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $32,625 per capita
$121,700 Home Value $250,778 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,700 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,822/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$32,625
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$40,097M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,700
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,778
Housing Units219
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute36 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries27

Is Laura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laura receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Laura offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laura is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Laura is $121,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laura experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Laura has a population of 492 with a density of 1,822 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

492
Total Population
1,822
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Laura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Laura vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laura is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Laura vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,625
Avg Weekly Wage$1,182
IRS Avg AGI$67,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,276
County GDP$40,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,494
Manufacturing615

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Laura is $121,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,700
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.4%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate5.57%
In Laura, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death12,141/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Laura has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,822/sq mi
Coordinates39.9951°N, 84.4084°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,822/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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