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Tarlton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Tarlton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 209. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 550/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $33,149 per capita
$115,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $115,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density550/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$33,149
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$6,849M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units137
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.7%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation880 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries9

Is Tarlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarlton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Tarlton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tarlton is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tarlton is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tarlton 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tarlton has a population of 209 with a density of 550 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

209
Total Population
550
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tarlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarlton is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Tarlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,149
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$76,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,510
County GDP$6,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare403
Retail349
Manufacturing103

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tarlton is $115,000, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,000
59% below US avg
Median List Price$229,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,900
$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Tarlton, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death8,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities403
Tarlton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density550/sq mi
Coordinates39.5543°N, 82.7781°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density550/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities403
Restaurants273
Retail Stores349

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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