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Zoar, OH

Ohio

Zoar is a small town in Ohio with a population of 206. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
206 Population 355/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $35,093 per capita
$174,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,500
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density355/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$35,093
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.0%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation895 ft (273 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries12

Is Zoar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zoar receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Zoar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zoar is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.2% 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 Zoar is $174,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Zoar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Zoar has a population of 206 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
355
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Zoar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zoar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zoar is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Zoar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,093
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$69,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% 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 Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Zoar is $174,500, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,500
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Zoar, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death9,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities199
Zoar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation895 ft (273 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates40.6130°N, 81.4230°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density355/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants201
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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