Vinton County, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,686 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$468 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ohio
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ohio
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 30
Feb 3 4 33
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 3 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OH State Senate District 17, OH State House District 92, OH
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Schools

Central Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Vinton County High School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Vinton County Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Truth Christian School
6 miles, SW • 1 star

Colleges

Hocking College
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Ohio University-Main Campus
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Buckeye Hills Career Center
25 miles, S • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Holzer Medical Center Jackson
17 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Ohiohealth O'BLENESS Hospital
21 miles, E • 3.2 star
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Airports

Yeager Airport
77 miles, S • 1.4 star