Amsterdam, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Amsterdam is a small town in Ohio with a population of 368. Residents earn $46,719 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 1,150/sq mi density
$46,719 Median Income $25,041 per capita
$58,400 Home Value $123,007 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,719 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,400 home value, $650/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,719
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,150/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,719
Per Capita$25,041
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$4,365M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,400
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,007
Housing Units205
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity43.6%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking21.4%
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.2%
Libraries8

Is Amsterdam a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amsterdam is $46,719, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% 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 Amsterdam is $58,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 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

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Amsterdam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Amsterdam has a population of 368 with a density of 1,150 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

368
Total Population
1,150
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Amsterdam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Amsterdam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amsterdam is $46,719, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Amsterdam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,719
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,041
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% 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 Rate6.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Amsterdam is $58,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,007.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,400
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,007

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.9%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Rate6.06%
In Amsterdam, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 31.4% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep44.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death13,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities155
Amsterdam 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. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,150/sq mi
Coordinates40.4717°N, 80.9217°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 74.2% 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+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,150/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants118
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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