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Mifflin, OH

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Mifflin is a small town in Ohio with a population of 258. Residents earn $54,773 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
258 Population 1,433/sq mi density
$54,773 Median Income $21,509 per capita
$108,100 Home Value
$646 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$54,773 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,100 home value, $646/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,773
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density1,433/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,773
Per Capita$21,509
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,100
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking18.3%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,067 ft (325 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+78.2%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries3

Is Mifflin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mifflin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Mifflin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mifflin is $54,773, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mifflin is $108,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $646 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mifflin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mifflin has a population of 258 with a density of 1,433 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

258
Total Population
1,433
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Mifflin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mifflin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mifflin is $54,773, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Mifflin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,773
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,509
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$63,002

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,236
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants97
Healthcare111
Retail148
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,863
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mifflin is $108,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $646 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,100
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.2%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,863
10% above US avg
Effective Rate3.57%
In Mifflin, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access56.9%
Healthcare Facilities111
Mifflin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,067 ft (325 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,433/sq mi
Coordinates40.7735°N, 82.3639°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+78.2%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,433/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants97
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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