Monfort Heights, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Monfort Heights is a small city in Ohio with a population of 12,203. Residents earn $79,989 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,203 Population 2,058/sq mi density
$79,989 Median Income $44,290 per capita
$211,500 Home Value
$971 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,989 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,500 home value, $971/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,989
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,203
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density2,058/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,989
Per Capita$44,290
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,500
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation930 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute25 min
Libraries41

Is Monfort Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monfort Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Monfort Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monfort Heights is $79,989, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monfort Heights is $211,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Monfort Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Monfort Heights has a population of 12,203 with a density of 2,058 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 2% Hispanic, 17.5% Black.

Population

12,203
Total Population
2,058
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Monfort Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monfort Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monfort Heights is $79,989, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Monfort Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,989
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,290
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Monfort Heights is $211,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,500
25% below US avg
Median List Price$224,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$224,900
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops29.7%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In Monfort Heights, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Monfort Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Monfort Heights has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. 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

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation930 ft (283 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density2,058/sq mi
Coordinates39.1821°N, 84.6066°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,058/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

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