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Port Jefferson, OH

Ohio

Port Jefferson is a small town in Ohio with a population of 361. Residents earn $50,714 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
361 Population 2,407/sq mi density
$50,714 Median Income $29,980 per capita
$109,400 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,714 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,400 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,714
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density2,407/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,714
Per Capita$29,980
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$4,067M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units243
Rent Burden18.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking15.9%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation970 ft (296 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute20 min
Broadband94.2%
Libraries6

Is Port Jefferson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Jefferson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Port Jefferson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Jefferson is $50,714, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Jefferson is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Jefferson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Port Jefferson has a population of 361 with a density of 2,407 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

361
Total Population
2,407
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Jefferson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Jefferson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Jefferson is $50,714, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Port Jefferson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,714
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,980
Avg Weekly Wage$1,194
IRS Avg AGI$67,707

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$4,067M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare108
Retail142
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,344
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Jefferson is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,400
61% below US avg
Median List Price$259,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,000
$/Sq Ft$48
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units243
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,344
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Port Jefferson, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Jefferson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death9,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities108
Port Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation970 ft (296 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,407/sq mi
Coordinates40.3306°N, 84.0925°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,407/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants91
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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