Struthers, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Struthers is a small city in Ohio with a population of 9,995. Residents earn $51,894 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,995 Population 2,746/sq mi density
$51,894 Median Income $29,964 per capita
$92,800 Home Value $127,931 Zillow
$845 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
297 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,894 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,800 home value, $845/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
297 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,894
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 297/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,995
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density2,746/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,894
Per Capita$29,964
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$12,615M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,800
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,931

Crime

C
Violent297/100K
Property0/100K
Murder28.7/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary507/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation960 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Libraries16

Is Struthers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Struthers receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Struthers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Struthers is $51,894, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Struthers is $92,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Struthers is below the national average at 297 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Struthers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 67.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Struthers has a population of 9,995 with a density of 2,746 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

9,995
Total Population
2,746
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Struthers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Struthers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Struthers is $51,894, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Struthers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,894
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,964
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$65,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,253
County GDP$12,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare727
Retail807
Manufacturing297

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Struthers is $92,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,931.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,931
Median List Price$113,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$113,450
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops34.5%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$950

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,653
62% above US avg
Effective Rate6.09%
In Struthers, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death12,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access89.2%
Healthcare Facilities727
Struthers has a violent crime rate of 297 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 28.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent296.6/100K
22% below US avg
Murder28.7/100K
356% above US avg
Rape47.8/100K
Robbery86.1/100K
Assault134.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary507.1/100K
Theft2,124.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Struthers has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall67.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation960 ft (293 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density2,746/sq mi
Coordinates41.0512°N, 80.5927°W
County FIPS39099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,746/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities727
Restaurants557
Retail Stores807

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home8.7%

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