Lowell, OH

Ohio

Lowell is a small town in Ohio with a population of 512. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
512 Population 2,226/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $22,960 per capita
$122,500 Home Value $141,852 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,500 home value, $769/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population512
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density2,226/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$22,960
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$4,760M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,500
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,852
Housing Units292
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity44.6%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking19.3%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation622 ft (190 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband76.5%
Libraries8

Is Lowell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, high obesity rates. Lowell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowell is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowell is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lowell has a population of 512 with a density of 2,226 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

512
Total Population
2,226
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowell is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lowell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,960
Avg Weekly Wage$1,138
IRS Avg AGI$68,894

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,656
County GDP$4,760M

Business (County)

Restaurants134
Healthcare155
Retail213
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,637
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowell is $122,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,852.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,852

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units292
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,637
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Lowell, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death10,492/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities155
Lowell has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation622 ft (190 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,226/sq mi
Coordinates39.5294°N, 81.5076°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.8-point margin. 76.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,226/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants134
Retail Stores213

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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