Mowrystown, OH

Ohio

Mowrystown is a small town in Ohio with a population of 522. Residents earn $73,833 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
522 Population 1,088/sq mi density
$73,833 Median Income $23,243 per capita
$81,800 Home Value
$793 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$73,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,800 home value, $793/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,833
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density1,088/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,833
Per Capita$23,243
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$1,887M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,800
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation991 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+73.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute37 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries5

Is Mowrystown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mowrystown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Mowrystown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mowrystown is $73,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mowrystown is $81,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mowrystown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mowrystown has a population of 522 with a density of 1,088 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

522
Total Population
1,088
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mowrystown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mowrystown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mowrystown is $73,833, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Mowrystown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,833
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,243
Avg Weekly Wage$862
IRS Avg AGI$54,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)853
County GDP$1,887M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare98
Retail141
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mowrystown is $81,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,800
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$793
32% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Mowrystown, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death11,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Mowrystown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Coordinates39.0425°N, 83.7522°W
County FIPS39071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+73.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants63
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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