Rarden, OH

Ohio

Rarden is a small town in Ohio with a population of 165. Residents earn $34,063 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
165 Population 786/sq mi density
$34,063 Median Income $14,793 per capita
$67,100 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$34,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,100 home value, $525/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,063
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,100
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,063
Per Capita$14,793
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,100
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking19.1%
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation639 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute51 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries4

Is Rarden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rarden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Rarden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rarden is $34,063, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rarden is $67,100, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rarden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rarden has a population of 165 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

165
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rarden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rarden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rarden is $34,063, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Rarden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,063
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$53,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)672
County GDP$1,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare47
Retail84
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,744
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.8 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rarden is $67,100, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,100
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,744
22% below US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Rarden, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 29.8% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death14,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities47
Rarden has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates38.9233°N, 83.2420°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.9%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density786/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.8 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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