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Lore City, OH

Ohio

Lore City is a small town in Ohio with a population of 375. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
375 Population 1,136/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $22,991 per capita
$115,000 Home Value $169,173 Zillow
$857 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,000 home value, $857/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density1,136/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$22,991
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty23.2%
County GDP$580M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,000
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,173
Housing Units169
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.7%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+71.4%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Lore City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lore City 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lore City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lore City is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lore City is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lore City 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 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lore City has a population of 375 with a density of 1,136 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

375
Total Population
1,136
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lore City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lore City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lore City is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lore City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,991
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lore City is $115,000, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,173.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,000
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,173

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$857
26% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.1%
Housing Units169
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Lore City, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lore City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits54.9%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Lore City has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 297 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 Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Coordinates39.9832°N, 81.4601°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+71.4%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

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