Orient, OH — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $50,385

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.9%

68% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population209

Median Age55.1 yrs

Density1,393/mi²

Male / Female33% / 67%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans4.5%

Economy

Median Income$50,385

Per Capita$34,774

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,578M

Commute29 min

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking15.1%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.8 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.9%

High School+78.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.12

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%

Commute29 min

Broadband95.2%

Libraries3

Is Orient a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orient is $50,385, 33% 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 29 minutes.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Orient experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Orient has a population of 209 with a density of 1,393 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 67% female and 33% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 4.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 42.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

209

Total Population

1,393

People / sq mi

55.1yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%

Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Orient vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orient vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orient is $50,385, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,774 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,082 business establishments, including 84 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Orient vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,385
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,774
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,096
IRS Avg AGI	$70,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,082
County GDP	$2,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants	84
Healthcare	97
Retail	123
Manufacturing	37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,843
	10% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.8 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Orient, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,472. The dentist ratio is 1:2,401. 75.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.5%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,472
Dentists	1:2,401
Mental Health	1:427
Checkup Rate	76.4%
Dental Visits	64.0%
Premature Death	9,732/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	75.6%
Healthcare Facilities	97

Orient experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.8°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.8 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	843 ft (257 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	1,393/sq mi
Coordinates	39.8067°N, 83.1518°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Pickaway County County
County FIPS	39129

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	2.3 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-1°C)	2.2 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	3.1 in
April	51°F (11°C)	3.4 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	70°F (21°C)	3.8 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	66°F (19°C)	3.0 in
October	54°F (12°C)	2.5 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.1 in
December	33°F (1°C)	2.8 in

Orient has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.2").

Orient is located in Pickaway County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.8% of the vote, a 48.5-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet access. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 97 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%

D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.9%
	68% below US avg
High School+	78.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.12

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	1,393/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Pickaway County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.2%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	97
Restaurants	84
Retail Stores	123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.8 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Orient

What is the population of Orient?

Orient has a population of 209 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,393 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 67% female and 33% male.

Is Orient expensive to live in?

Orient is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,385, 33% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Orient?

Orient has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Orient?

The job market in Orient is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 1,082 business establishments in the area, including 84 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in Orient?

Schools in Orient score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.9% of adults in Orient hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Orient?

The obesity rate in Orient is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 75.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,472.

What is transportation like in Orient?

The average commute in Orient is 29 minutes. 80.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Orient?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Orient is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 42.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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