Median Income
$35,625
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Worthington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population94
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans92.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$35,625
Per Capita$20,428
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$98,193
Health
Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation1,279 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+82.4%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries5
Is Worthington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Worthington receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Worthington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Worthington is $35,625, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Worthington is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Worthington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Worthington has a population of 94 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.
Population
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Worthington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Worthington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Worthington is $35,625, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Worthington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,625 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,428 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,684 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,724 |
| County GDP | $3,048M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 151 |
| Retail | 179 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,521 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Worthington is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $98,193.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,700 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $98,193 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,521 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
In Worthington, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.3% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Worthington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 33.3% |
| Mental Distress | 24.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,153/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 151 |
Crime Rates: Worthington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Worthington has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,279 ft (390 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4577°N, 80.2640°W |
| County FIPS | 54049 |