Pioneer, OH

Ohio

Pioneer is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,276. Residents earn $47,768 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,276 Population 625/sq mi density
$47,768 Median Income $27,160 per capita
$143,000 Home Value $170,164 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
146 Violent Crime/100K 1,967 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,768 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,000 home value, $688/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
146 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,768
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,000
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 146/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,276
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density625/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,768
Per Capita$27,160
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,164

Crime

F
Violent146/100K
Property1,967/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary73/100K

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation870 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute18 min
Libraries7

Is Pioneer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pioneer receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pioneer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pioneer is $47,768, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pioneer is $143,000, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pioneer is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,967 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pioneer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pioneer has a population of 1,276 with a density of 625 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

1,276
Total Population
625
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pioneer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pioneer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pioneer is $47,768, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Pioneer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,768
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,160
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pioneer is $143,000, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,000
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,164

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% 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-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Pioneer, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Pioneer has a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,967 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.7/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape145.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,966.5/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary72.8/100K
Theft1,893.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pioneer has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation870 ft (265 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density625/sq mi
Coordinates41.6788°N, 84.5501°W
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density625/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

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