Living in Jefferson County, Ohio

Jefferson County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 67,347, part of the Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Steubenville, Toronto.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,352/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $117K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Jefferson County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.