Vinton, OH

Ohio

Vinton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 290.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
290 Population 246/sq mi density
$98,100 Home Value
$1,114 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.8%
367% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population290
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,937
Unemployment16.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$2,336M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$98,100
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking22.6%
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+84.1%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.21

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband65.3%
Libraries1

Is Vinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vinton receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Vinton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vinton is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Vinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vinton has a population of 290 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 17.2% Black.

Population

290
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Vinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vinton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 16.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Vinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,937
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$59,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.8%
367% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)757
County GDP$2,336M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare72
Retail121
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,389
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Vinton is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$736
1 Bedroom$792
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,167
4 Bedrooms$1,372

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,389
25% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
In Vinton, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 31.3% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.6%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.1%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits48.6%
Premature Death13,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities72
Vinton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates38.9804°N, 82.3323°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin. 65.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.3%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+84.1%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.21
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants50
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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