Milford, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Milford is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,525. Residents earn $72,907 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,525 Population 1,759/sq mi density
$72,907 Median Income $50,407 per capita
$228,200 Home Value $325,542 Zillow
$865 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 4,494 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,907 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$228,200 home value, $865/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,907
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $228,200
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,525
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density1,759/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,907
Per Capita$50,407
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$10,607M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,200
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,542

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property4,494/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary404/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation517 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
EV Stations4
Libraries10

Is Milford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milford is $72,907, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milford is $228,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Milford is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,494 per 100,000, 129% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Milford has a population of 6,525 with a density of 1,759 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

6,525
Total Population
1,759
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milford is $72,907, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,907
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,407
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$82,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,080
County GDP$10,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants354
Healthcare344
Retail529
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,129
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Milford is $228,200, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,542.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,200
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,542
Median List Price$405,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$405,000
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,481

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,129
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Milford, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death8,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities344
Milford has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,494 per 100,000 (129% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Milford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent224.7/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape59.9/100K
Robbery89.9/100K
Assault74.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,493.7/100K
129% above US avg
Burglary404.4/100K
Theft4,014.4/100K
Vehicle Theft74.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Milford has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density1,759/sq mi
Coordinates39.1652°N, 84.2848°W
County FIPS39025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,759/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities344
Restaurants354
Retail Stores529

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home9.6%

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