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North Star, OH

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North Star is a small town in Ohio with a population of 188. Residents earn $120,833 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
188 Population 369/sq mi density
$120,833 Median Income $38,468 per capita
$245,000 Home Value $235,144 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$120,833 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$245,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $120,833
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $245,000
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$120,833
Per Capita$38,468
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,144
Housing Units68
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.7%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries4

Is North Star a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Star receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. North Star stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Star is $120,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places North Star among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Star is $245,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North Star experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North Star has a population of 188 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

188
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

North Star vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Star vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Star is $120,833, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: North Star vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$120,833
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,468
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$64,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,354
County GDP$3,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare85
Retail170
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in North Star is $245,000, 13% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,144.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,000
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,144

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In North Star, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Star vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death9,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities85
North Star has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates40.3243°N, 84.5689°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants83
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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