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Amesville, OH

Ohio

Amesville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 189. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
189 Population 822/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $33,193 per capita
$140,800 Home Value $172,078 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $1,094/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.4%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density822/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$33,193
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$516M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,078
Housing Units60
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.9%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute19 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Amesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amesville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Amesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amesville is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amesville is $140,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Amesville is a highly educated community — 52.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Amesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Amesville has a population of 189 with a density of 822 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

189
Total Population
822
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Amesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amesville is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Amesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,193
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$50,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare16
Retail27
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Amesville is $140,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,078.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,078

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Amesville, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access13.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Amesville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density822/sq mi
Coordinates39.4013°N, 81.9551°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 52.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.4%
55% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density822/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants22
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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