Tuscarawas, OH

Ohio

Tuscarawas is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,331. Residents earn $73,977 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,331 Population 1,823/sq mi density
$73,977 Median Income $25,918 per capita
$147,100 Home Value
$876 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,977 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,100 home value, $876/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,977
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,100
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $876
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,331
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,823/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,977
Per Capita$25,918
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,100
Rent$876
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation834 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.05

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Libraries12

Is Tuscarawas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuscarawas receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tuscarawas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tuscarawas is $73,977, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tuscarawas is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 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

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Tuscarawas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tuscarawas has a population of 1,331 with a density of 1,823 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

1,331
Total Population
1,823
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuscarawas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuscarawas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuscarawas is $73,977, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Tuscarawas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,977
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,918
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$69,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,444
County GDP$5,338M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare199
Retail304
Manufacturing206

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tuscarawas is $147,100, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $876 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,100
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$876
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$775
1 Bedroom$780
2 Bedrooms$1,023
3 Bedrooms$1,316
4 Bedrooms$1,484

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Tuscarawas, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death9,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities199

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Tuscarawas has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation834 ft (254 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,823/sq mi
Coordinates40.3919°N, 81.3965°W
County FIPS39157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.05
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,823/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants201
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

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