Cost of Living in Jefferson County, OH

What does it cost to live in Jefferson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$53,124

Median Rent

$760/mo

Median Home

$115,100

Affordability

615

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$582
Property Tax$100
Insurance$38

Total Monthly$720
% of Income16.3%

Renting

Median Rent$760
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$785
% of Income17.2%

Living in Jefferson County, Ohio

Jefferson County has a median household income of $53,124 with housing costs that represent 16.3% of income for owners and 17.2% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.