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Montezuma, OH

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Montezuma is a small town in Ohio with a population of 100. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
100 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $36,409 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$36,409
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$3,995M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries7

Is Montezuma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montezuma receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Montezuma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montezuma is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montezuma is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Montezuma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Montezuma has a population of 100 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

100
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Montezuma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Montezuma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montezuma is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Montezuma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,409
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$78,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,218
County GDP$3,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare83
Retail165
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Montezuma is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Montezuma, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,561/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities83
Montezuma has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates40.4894°N, 84.5498°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants98
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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