Malta, OH

Ohio

Malta is a small town in Ohio with a population of 705. Residents earn $35,833 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
705 Population 2,074/sq mi density
$35,833 Median Income $23,422 per capita
$98,300 Home Value $150,830 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 29.9% income on rent
52°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
3.0 / 5.0
$35,833 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,300 home value, $755/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,833
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population705
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density2,074/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,833
Per Capita$23,422
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$516M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,300
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,830
Housing Units300
Rent Burden29.9%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.8%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation670 ft (204 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Broadband91.5%
Libraries3

Is Malta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Malta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malta is $35,833, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malta is $98,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 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

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Malta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Malta has a population of 705 with a density of 2,074 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 8.7% Black.

Population

705
Total Population
2,074
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Malta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Malta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malta is $35,833, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Malta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,833
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,422
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$50,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare16
Retail27
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Malta is $98,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,830.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,830

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units300
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Malta, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access13.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Malta has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation670 ft (204 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,074/sq mi
Coordinates39.6511°N, 81.8632°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,074/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants22
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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