Adena, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Adena is a small town in Ohio with a population of 720. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
720 Population 1,333/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $22,414 per capita
$61,700 Home Value $57,878 Zillow
$990 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,700 home value, $990/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How Adena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population720
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,333/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$22,414
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$4,365M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,700
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$57,878
Rent Burden32.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation870 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries8

Is Adena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adena receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Adena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adena is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adena is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Adena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Adena has a population of 720 with a density of 1,333 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

720
Total Population
1,333
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Adena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adena is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Adena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,414
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,413
County GDP$4,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare155
Retail190
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Adena is $61,700, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $57,878.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,700
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$57,878

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$79
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio91.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Rate5.73%
In Adena, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Adena vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death13,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities155

Crime Rates: Adena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Adena has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation870 ft (265 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Coordinates40.2167°N, 80.8762°W
County FIPS39081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants118
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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