Piketon, OH

Ohio

Piketon is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,603. Residents earn $41,923 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,603 Population 1,037/sq mi density
$41,923 Median Income $24,902 per capita
$122,400 Home Value $163,444 Zillow
$739 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$41,923 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $739/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,923
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,603
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,037/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,923
Per Capita$24,902
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$1,314M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,444

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation642 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute22 min
EV Stations19
Libraries3

Is Piketon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piketon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Piketon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Piketon is $41,923, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Piketon is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Piketon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Piketon has a population of 2,603 with a density of 1,037 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 7.4% Black.

Population

2,603
Total Population
1,037
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Piketon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Piketon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piketon is $41,923, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Piketon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,923
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,902
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$57,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)755
County GDP$1,314M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare85
Retail121
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Piketon is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,444.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Piketon, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity35.0%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death13,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.2%
Healthcare Facilities85

Crime Rates: Piketon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Piketon has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Coordinates39.0660°N, 82.9971°W
County FIPS39079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations19
Alt Fuel Stations20
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants59
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

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