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The Plains, OH
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The Plains, OH
At a Glance
How The Plains Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows The Plains's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is The Plains a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
The Plains residents earn a median household income of $51,397 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,351. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,359 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in The Plains is $244,300 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,478. Median rent is $895/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
The Plains reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,495/100K.
Education
31.0% of adults in The Plains hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
The Plains has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.