Moraine, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Moraine is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,503. Residents earn $44,648 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,503 Population 701/sq mi density
$44,648 Median Income $25,939 per capita
$128,100 Home Value $158,111 Zillow
$959 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
300 Violent Crime/100K 11,562 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$44,648 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,100 home value, $959/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
300 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,648
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 300/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,503
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density701/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,648
Per Capita$25,939
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$40,097M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,100
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,111

Crime

F
Violent300/100K
Property11,562/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault111/100K
Burglary1,390/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation833 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute23 min
Libraries27

Is Moraine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moraine receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Moraine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moraine is $44,648, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moraine is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Moraine is below the national average at 300 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,562 per 100,000, 490% above the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moraine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moraine has a population of 6,503 with a density of 701 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 19.2% Black.

Population

6,503
Total Population
701
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Moraine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moraine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moraine is $44,648, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Moraine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,648
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,939
Avg Weekly Wage$1,182
IRS Avg AGI$67,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)13,276
County GDP$40,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,494
Manufacturing615

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Moraine is $128,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,111
Median List Price$137,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$137,900
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% 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-Occupied50.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate5.29%
In Moraine, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death12,141/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Moraine has a violent crime rate of 300 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 11,562 per 100,000 (490% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent300.1/100K
21% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape47.4/100K
Robbery142.2/100K
Assault110.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property11,562.2/100K
490% above US avg
Burglary1,390.0/100K
Theft9,919.4/100K
Vehicle Theft252.7/100K
Arson31.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Moraine has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²)
Population Density701/sq mi
Coordinates39.6975°N, 84.2427°W
County FIPS39113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density701/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home7.4%

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