Ironton

Lawrence County, Ohio

Population 57K |Median income $58,325

Population

56,819

Lawrence County

Median Income

$58,325

-14% vs avg

Median Home Value

$144,000

-37% vs avg

Median Age

41.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

57K-9%

Median Income

$58,325+40%

Median Home Value

$144,000+48%

Poverty Rate

17.7%-3%

Unemployment

2.7%-70%

Economics

Median Rent

$848/mo

Poverty Rate

17.7% +25% vs avg

Unemployment 2.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 18.5%

Work From Home 5.2%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 94%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%

African American 1.7%

Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42.9%

Short Sleep Duration

41.9%

Obesity

41.6%

Physical Inactivity

32.4%

Current Smoking

19.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.3%

Diabetes

15.1%

Binge Drinking

14.6%

Current Asthma

11.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.3%

Dental Visit 56.2%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

8.6%

Lack of Health Insurance

8.6%

Stroke

4.3%

Alerts & News — Ironton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Ironton, OH? ▼

Ironton, OH has a population of 56,819 people, located in Lawrence County, Ohio.

What is the median household income in Ironton? ▼

The median household income in Ironton, OH is $58,325 per year. The poverty rate is 17.7%.

What is the median home value in Ironton? ▼

The median home value in Ironton, OH is $144,000. Median rent is $848/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ironton? ▼

The top health indicators in Ironton include High Blood Pressure (42.9%), Short Sleep Duration (41.9%), Obesity (41.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

What is the median age in Ironton? ▼

The median age in Ironton, OH is 41.9 years. 18.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ironton, OH is located in Lawrence County, Ohio. With a population of 57K and a median household income of $58,325, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Ironton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lawrence County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.