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Luckey, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Luckey is a small town in Ohio with a population of 959. Residents earn $95,536 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
959 Population 1,390/sq mi density
$95,536 Median Income $37,482 per capita
$149,200 Home Value $189,559 Zillow
$1,006 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,536 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,200 home value, $1,006/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,536
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $149,200
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,006
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population959
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,390/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,536
Per Capita$37,482
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,200
Rent$1,006
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,559
Housing Units447
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.1%
Libraries12

Is Luckey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luckey receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Luckey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luckey is $95,536, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luckey is $149,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,006 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Luckey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°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 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Luckey has a population of 959 with a density of 1,390 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

959
Total Population
1,390
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Luckey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luckey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luckey is $95,536, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Luckey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,536
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,482
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$81,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,473
County GDP$10,692M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare293
Retail345
Manufacturing171

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Luckey is $149,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,006 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,006
13% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Housing Units447
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate4.39%
In Luckey, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities293
Luckey has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,390/sq mi
Coordinates41.4519°N, 83.4829°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 10.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,390/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.1%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants337
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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