Piketon, OH
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Piketon, OH
At a Glance
How Piketon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Piketon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Piketon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Piketon residents earn a median household income of $41,923 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,902. The unemployment rate stands at 11.8% (228% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 755 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Piketon is $122,400 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $170,860. Median rent is $739/month, with 23.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Piketon reports 201 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 252/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Piketon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 83.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 43.1 inches.