Lockington, OH

Ohio

Lockington is a small town in Ohio with a population of 169. Residents earn $55,750 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
169 Population 2,113/sq mi density
$55,750 Median Income $31,017 per capita
$156,800 Home Value
$925 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,800 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,750
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density2,113/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,750
Per Capita$31,017
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$4,067M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,800
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden14.7%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking17.6%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+79.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries6

Is Lockington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lockington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lockington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lockington is $55,750, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lockington is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lockington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°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 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lockington has a population of 169 with a density of 2,113 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

169
Total Population
2,113
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lockington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lockington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lockington is $55,750, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lockington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,750
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,194
IRS Avg AGI$67,707

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$4,067M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare108
Retail142
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,344
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lockington is $156,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,800
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,344
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Lockington, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death9,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities108
Lockington has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 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) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,113/sq mi
Coordinates40.2076°N, 84.2373°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+79.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,113/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants91
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.1%

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