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Old Fort, OH

Ohio

Old Fort is a small town in Ohio with a population of 131. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
131 Population 226/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $15,737 per capita
$69,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$15,737
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,099M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking14.6%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries5

Is Old Fort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Fort receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Old Fort stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Fort is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Fort is $69,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Fort experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°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 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Old Fort has a population of 131 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

131
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Fort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Old Fort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Fort is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Old Fort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,737
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$58,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,468
County GDP$4,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare162
Retail183
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone14.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Fort is $69,000, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.9%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate5.04%
In Old Fort, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Fort vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death9,229/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities162
Old Fort has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 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 Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates41.2419°N, 83.1514°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants122
Retail Stores183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone14.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

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