Powhatan Point, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Powhatan Point is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,511. Residents earn $49,453 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,511 Population 1,028/sq mi density
$49,453 Median Income $31,982 per capita
$110,000 Home Value $106,837 Zillow
$453 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,453 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $453/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,453
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $453
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,511
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,028/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,453
Per Capita$31,982
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$3,676M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$453
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,837

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation645 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+86.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Powhatan Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Powhatan Point receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Powhatan Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Powhatan Point is $49,453, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Powhatan Point is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $453 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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Powhatan Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Powhatan Point has a population of 1,511 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

1,511
Total Population
1,028
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Powhatan Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Powhatan Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powhatan Point is $49,453, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Powhatan Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,453
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,982
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251
IRS Avg AGI$71,877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)682
County GDP$3,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare82
Retail84
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,626
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Powhatan Point is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $453 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,837.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,837
Median List Price$20,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$20,000
$/Sq Ft$94
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$453
61% 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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,626
54% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Powhatan Point, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Powhatan Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,486/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities82

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Powhatan Point has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Coordinates39.8623°N, 80.8096°W
County FIPS54051
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants51
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

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