Brilliant, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,065 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,100 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$70,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$311 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$438 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
2
Weirton-Steubenville Metro Area
2
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
4
Weirton-Steubenville Metro Area
3
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 28
Feb 2 5 31
Mar 2 4 39
Apr 2 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, OH State Senate District 30, OH State House District 96, OH
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Schools

Buckeye North Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Wellsburg Middle School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Wellsburg Primary School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Bethany College
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
West Liberty University
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
Eastern Gateway Community College
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Weirton Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
East Ohio Regional Hospital
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Wheeling Hospital
15 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
26 miles, E • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
62 miles, N • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
65 miles, E • 1 star
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