Patterson, OH

Ohio

Patterson is a small town in Ohio with a population of 182. Residents earn $49,583 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
182 Population 2,022/sq mi density
$49,583 Median Income $21,616 per capita
$73,100 Home Value
$682 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$49,583 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,100 home value, $682/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,583
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.8%
197% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density2,022/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$21,616
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty36.8%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,100
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.8%

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+80.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries7

Is Patterson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patterson receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Patterson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patterson is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.8% 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 Patterson is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Patterson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Patterson has a population of 182 with a density of 2,022 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

182
Total Population
2,022
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Patterson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patterson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patterson is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Patterson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,583
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,616
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.8%
197% above US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Patterson is $73,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,100
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% below US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Patterson, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Patterson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,022/sq mi
Coordinates40.7822°N, 83.5261°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,022/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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