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Miltonsburg, OH

Ohio

Miltonsburg is a small town in Ohio with a population of 69.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
69 Population 986/sq mi density
$128,100 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density986/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,086
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$1,193M
Commute54 min

Housing

Home Value$128,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+83.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute54 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries1

Is Miltonsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miltonsburg receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Miltonsburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Miltonsburg is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Miltonsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Miltonsburg has a population of 69 with a density of 986 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

69
Total Population
986
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Miltonsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Miltonsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miltonsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Miltonsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,086
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$79,115

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)373
County GDP$1,193M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare21
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,388
3% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.7 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Miltonsburg is $128,100, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,388
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
Miltonsburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density986/sq mi
Coordinates39.8313°N, 81.1648°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.8-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+83.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density986/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants22
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.7 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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