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Ohio, IL

Illinois · Bureau County

Ohio is a small town in Illinois with a population of 582. Residents earn $54,688 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
582 Population 909/sq mi density
$54,688 Median Income $28,441 per capita
$98,100 Home Value $143,606 Zillow
$722 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$54,688 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,100 home value, $722/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,688
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $722
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population582
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density909/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,688
Per Capita$28,441
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,100
Rent$722
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,606
Housing Units271
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation888 ft (271 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries14

Is Ohio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ohio receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ohio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ohio is $54,688, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ohio is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ohio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ohio has a population of 582 with a density of 909 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

582
Total Population
909
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ohio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ohio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ohio is $54,688, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ohio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,688
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ohio is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $722 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,606.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,606

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$44
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio82.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$722
38% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units271
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.47%
In Ohio, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,192
Dentists1:2,736
Mental Health1:1,056
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60
Ohio has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation888 ft (271 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density909/sq mi
Coordinates41.5550°N, 89.4603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBureau County County
County FIPS17011
Ohio is located in Bureau County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density909/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyBureau County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

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