New Boston, OH — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Scioto County · Ohio
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for New Boston based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
2,392
2023 ACS
Median Income
$25,759
2023
Median Home Value
$55,900
2023
Median Rent
$601
2023
Median Age
42.8
Unemployment
13.7%
Cost of Living Index
54.6
100 = national avg
New Boston is a city in Scioto County, Ohio, with a population of 2,392 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. New Boston is one of the communities in Ohio.
The median household income in New Boston is $25,759, and the median home value is $55,900. The cost of living index is 54.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $601 per month. The unemployment rate is 13.7%, and the median age is 42.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
2,392
Male
1,050
43.9%
Female
1,342
56.1%
Median Age
42.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
2.9%
High School or Higher
33.0%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
2.9%
Married
30.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.035
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
98.2%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
2,179
English Only
99.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
9 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
70
2.9% of population
Disability Rate
2.9%
2 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$30,278
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
70
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$30,278
Non-Veteran Income
$17,520
Difference
$12,758
72.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2
Without Disability
68
Disability Rate
2.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
991
#1 Ancestry
English
10.5% (251)
#2 Ancestry
German
9.4% (224)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.8% (210)
Top 14 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
1,013
Family Households
590
58.2%
Married Couples
323
31.9%
Non-Family Households
423
41.8%
Single Mother Households
201
19.8%
Single Father Households
66
6.5%
Living Alone
379
37.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
239
In Married Couple
60
25.1%
With Single Mother
146
61.1%
With Single Father
33
13.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$42,045
Married Couple Income
$58,865
Single Mother Income
$19,948
Single Father Income
$35,577
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
232
Grandparents Responsible
99
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$25,759
-65% vs national
Per Capita Income
$16,377
-56% vs national
Poverty Rate
29.7%
+118% vs national
Gini Index
0.4603
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
13.7%
+164% vs national
SNAP Recipients
47.4%
of households
How New Boston Compares
New Boston vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. New Boston is highlighted.
Median Household Income
New Boston, OH has a median household income of $25,759, making it the 27,681st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher median household income than 2% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
New Boston, OH has a per capita income of $16,377, making it the 27,225th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher per capita income than 3% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
New Boston, OH has a poverty rate of 29.7%, making it the 3,112th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher poverty rate than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
New Boston, OH has a unemployment rate of 13.7%, making it the 2,216th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher unemployment rate than 93% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in New Boston. The median household income here is $25,759.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
13.7%
+186% vs OH avg
Labor Force
713
Employed
615
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
2.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
33.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.8
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Ohio metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$95.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
54.6
100 = national avg
-45.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$24,008
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$56,747
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$808
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The median household income in New Boston, OH is $25,759, which is 64.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $16,377. The poverty rate of 29.7% is higher than the OH state average of 12.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4603, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 13.7%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 713. 2.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 81.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 54.6, which is 45.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 50.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $24,008 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — October 2025
Median Sale Price
$155,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$147
Days on Market
132
Active Inventory
N/A
Zillow Home Value
$61,434
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$147
New Boston vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. New Boston is highlighted.
Median Home Value
New Boston, OH has a median home value of $55,900, making it the 26,901st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher median home value than 4% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
New Boston, OH has a median rent of $601, making it the 20,633rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher median rent than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
New Boston, OH has a price per square foot of $147, making it the 12,889th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher price per square foot than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
New Boston, OH has a rent burden of 28.0%, making it the 1,875th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that New Boston has a higher rent burden than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$55,900
Median Rent
$601
Total Housing Units
1,169
Vacancy Rate
13.3%
Owner Occupied
33.1%
Renter Occupied
66.9%
Median Property Tax
$580
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$437
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$580
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
of home value
Median Home Value
$55,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$772
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($580) by the median home value ($55,900). In New Boston, OH, this works out to an effective rate of 1.04%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in New Boston, OH is $155,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 132 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $147. The median rent is $601 per month (Census ACS). About 33.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1955. There are 1,169 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $580. The effective tax rate is 1.04%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.36
per 1,000 residents
-48% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.01
per 1,000 residents
+40% vs national
Total Crimes
56
2024
Violent Clearance
0%
cases solved
Property Clearance
47%
cases solved
YoY Change
-39.6%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How New Boston Compares
Source: FBI (2024)New Boston vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. New Boston is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)New Boston police solve 50% of larceny/theft cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 3 | 1.36 | 0.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 1 | 0.45 | 0.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 50 | 22.66 | 50.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2 | 0.91 | 0.0% |
New Boston, OH reported 3 violent crimes and 53 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.36 per 1,000 residents is 47.7% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 0% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 50 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 66.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 53 | 1.36 | 24.01 |
| 2023 | 5 | 110 | 2.25 | 49.53 |
| 2022 | 9 | 88 | 3.97 | 38.82 |
| 2021 | 6 | 45 | 2.85 | 21.40 |
| 2020 | 11 | 231 | 5.29 | 111.06 |
| 2019 | 18 | 302 | 8.60 | 144.29 |
| 2018 | 10 | 341 | 4.76 | 162.15 |
| 2017 | 6 | 217 | 2.81 | 101.69 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
70.2
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
69.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
49.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
55.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$10.2M
Individual Assistance
$3.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 28 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
318
Total Claims Paid
$2,654,068
Avg Claim Payout
$8,346
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$158,143
Properties Protected
6
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $158,143 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
New Boston has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, landslide, strong wind. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (8 declarations). 318 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $10,177,639 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,508,712 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
50.4%
14.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
32.4%
8.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.4%
8.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.8%
3.2pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
41.4%
Arthritis
38.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
36.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
24.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
32.4%
Loneliness
38.1%
Lack of Support
23.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
48.2%
Mobility
26.7%
Cognitive
23.4%
Hearing
11.1%
Vision
10.4%
Self-Care
8.4%
Independent Living
16.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
New Boston has an obesity rate of 50.4%, which is 14.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 32.4%, 8.9pp above the national average. About 13.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.1 mi
Southern Ohio Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Ohio Medical Center | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Holzer Medical Center Jackson | 23.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| King'S Daughters' Medical Center | 24.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Adena Pike Medical Center | 27.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
81.1%
+3% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
6.0%
Walk
10.2%
How New Boston's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2020)Fatalities
1
2020
2-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for New Boston, OH covers travel times and transportation modes. 81.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.0% of workers carpool. 10.2% walk to work. In 2020, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
66.7%
of households
No Internet
15.0%
of households
Total Households
1,013
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
85.2%
of households
Smartphone
70.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
57.9%
of households
Tablet
49.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
16.0¢
per kWh
-16% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.7¢
per kWh
-31% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.1¢
per kWh
-40% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$135
residential
-8% vs Under 10,000 avg
6% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Ohio averages 16.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $135. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
New Boston vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
83.1% of households in New Boston have broadband internet access. 66.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 15.0% of households have no internet access. 18.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. New Boston is located in Scioto County, OH. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in New Boston.
Election Overview
Source: Scioto County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
8,021
25.7%
GOP Votes
22,978
73.7%
Total Votes
31,179
Margin
R+48.0%
Shift from 2020
R+5.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,021 | 22,978 | 31,179 | 25.7% | 73.7% | R+48.0 |
| 2020 | 9,080 | 22,609 | 32,047 | 28.3% | 70.5% | R+42.2 |
| 2016 | 8,841 | 19,742 | 29,618 | 29.8% | 66.7% | R+36.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Scioto County recorded 31,179 total votes. Republicans won the county with 73.7% of the vote compared to 25.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+48.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Scioto County has shifted 11.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5
Total Assets
$2.6M
Total Income
$1.8M
Per 10K Residents
20.9
nonprofits
-84.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$2.6M
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
1984
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in New Boston
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVANGELISTIC OUTREACH INC | Religion | $2.6M | $1.8M | 1975 |
New Boston, OH has 5 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 20.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
10
Total Approved
$4.9M
Jobs Supported
308
Per 10K Residents
41.8
SBA loans
-85.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
5
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
3 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
2000–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
9
Total Amount
$4.2M
Avg Loan
$465,089
Median Loan
$236,000
SBA Guaranteed
$3.3M(79%)
Jobs Supported
253
Loans
1
Total Amount
$732K
Avg Loan
$732,000
Median Loan
$732,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1
10% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$720K
15% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$720,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Kraft Inc. | 1 | $1.7M |
| Blackburn's Fuel | 1 | $876K |
| B.g. Family Food Mart, Inc. | 1 | $732K |
| Swick Bentley Funeral Home Llc | 1 | $720K |
| Vinyl Kraft Inc. | 1 | $250K |
| Jeffrey Vannatta a Sole Proprietor | 1 | $236K |
| J.d. Ehram's | 1 | $150K |
| Cronin Trucking Inc. | 1 | $115K |
| New Boston Beverage Companyll | 1 | $109K |
| New Boston Beverage Co | 1 | $30K |
New Boston, OH has received 10 SBA loans totaling $4.9M in approved funding between 2000 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 9 loans (90% of the total), supporting 253 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $732K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in New Boston is PNC Bank, National Association with 3 loans. That works out to 41.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
60,608
Avg Median Income
-$74,031,833
Avg Home Value
-$148,035,159
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41174 | 913 | $72,917 | $179,500 | $616 | 12.4 |
| 41175 | 5,612 | $48,681 | $110,800 | $719 | 78.4 |
| 45629 | 3,127 | $61,722 | $171,300 | $671 | 32.3 |
| 45630 | 368 | $2,499 | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 45652 | 3,147 | $44,297 | $136,900 | N/A | 35.0 |
| 45662 | 26,972 | $37,345 | $98,100 | $756 | 55.5 |
| 45663 | 6,435 | $48,224 | $122,800 | $687 | 67.2 |
| 45694 | 12,763 | $64,482 | $197,500 | $784 | 67.9 |
| 45699 | 1,271 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
New Boston, OH has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 60,608. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$74,031,833. The average median home value is -$148,035,159. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,752.
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