Little Hocking, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Little Hocking is a small town in Ohio with a population of 572. Residents earn $157,031 per year, which is 109% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
572 Population 1,362/sq mi density
$157,031 Median Income $26,592 per capita
N/A Home Value $192,342 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$157,031 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $157,031
109% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population572
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density1,362/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$157,031
Per Capita$26,592
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,342

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation661 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+65.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute38 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Little Hocking a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Hocking receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Little Hocking offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Hocking is $157,031, which is significantly higher than the national average — 109% above $75,149. This places Little Hocking among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Hocking experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Little Hocking has a population of 572 with a density of 1,362 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

572
Total Population
1,362
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Hocking vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Little Hocking vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Hocking is $157,031, which is 109% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Little Hocking vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$157,031
109% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,592
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,634
County GDP$4,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare293
Retail336
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$192,342

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
In Little Hocking, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Hocking vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death11,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities293

Crime Rates: Little Hocking vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Little Hocking has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Coordinates39.2585°N, 81.7030°W
County FIPS54107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+65.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants209
Retail Stores336

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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