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Proctorville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Proctorville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 560. Residents earn $36,726 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
560 Population 2,333/sq mi density
$36,726 Median Income $31,133 per capita
$121,900 Home Value $194,066 Zillow
$853 Median Rent 47.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,726 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$121,900 home value, $853/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,726
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $853
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density2,333/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,726
Per Capita$31,133
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$6,663M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,900
Rent$853
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,066
Housing Units379
Rent Burden47.8%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking20.6%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation552 ft (168 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband58.2%
Libraries8

Is Proctorville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Proctorville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Proctorville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Proctorville is $36,726, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 11.4% 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 Proctorville is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Proctorville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Proctorville has a population of 560 with a density of 2,333 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

560
Total Population
2,333
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Proctorville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Proctorville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Proctorville is $36,726, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Proctorville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,726
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,133
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$66,675

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,362
County GDP$6,663M

Business (County)

Restaurants282
Healthcare384
Retail393
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Proctorville is $121,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,066.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,900
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,066

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$853
27% below US avg
Rent Burden47.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.8%
Housing Units379
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Proctorville, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death17,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Proctorville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation552 ft (168 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,333/sq mi
Coordinates38.4376°N, 82.3821°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin. 58.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,333/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants282
Retail Stores393

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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