Milton Center, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Milton Center is a small town in Ohio with a population of 240. Residents earn $64,722 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
240 Population 600/sq mi density
$64,722 Median Income $20,720 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$64,722 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,722
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.5%
122% higher than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,722
Per Capita$20,720
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty27.5%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking15.4%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute31 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries12

Is Milton Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milton Center receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Milton Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milton Center is $64,722, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milton Center is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Milton Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 36.1 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Milton Center has a population of 240 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

240
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Milton Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milton Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milton Center is $64,722, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Milton Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,722
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,720
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$81,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.5%
122% above 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
Effective Tax Rate9.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milton Center is $70,000, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate9.36%
In Milton Center, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Milton Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities293
Milton Center has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates41.3007°N, 83.8297°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 82.0% 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+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants337
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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