Lincoln Heights has been named the poorest town in Ohio. Located just outside Cincinnati, Lincoln Heights has a population of approximately 3,100 residents. The town’s economic challenges are stark:
- Median household income: $12,183, compared to the Ohio state average of $61,938.
- Median home value: $72,600, while the state average is $159,900.
- Poverty rate: An astonishing 62.9%, placing it not only as the poorest in Ohio but among the poorest communities in the United States.
- SNAP benefits: 63.1% of households receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, highlighting the widespread financial hardship in the community.
The roots of Lincoln Heights’ poverty are deeply historical, tied to its founding as one of the first African American-owned communities in the U.S. Decades of administrative neglect, lack of business development, and systemic barriers have contributed to its ongoing economic struggles.
Lincoln Heights, Ohio, is widely recognized as the poorest town in the state, with income and poverty statistics far below both state and national averages.
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