Seaman, OH

Ohio

Seaman is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,072. Residents earn $43,269 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,072 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$43,269 Median Income $22,057 per capita
$128,800 Home Value $197,085 Zillow
$643 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$43,269 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,800 home value, $643/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,269
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,072
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,269
Per Capita$22,057
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,800
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,085

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation900 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute39 min
Libraries4

Is Seaman a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seaman is $43,269, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seaman is $128,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Seaman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Seaman has a population of 1,072 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

1,072
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Seaman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seaman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seaman is $43,269, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Seaman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,269
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,057
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$53,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% 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 Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Seaman is $128,800, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,085.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,800
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,085

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% 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-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,744
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Seaman, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death14,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Seaman has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation900 ft (274 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates38.9309°N, 83.5677°W
County FIPS39001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.9%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

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