Ashland, OH
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Ashland, OH
At a Glance
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland residents earn a median household income of $57,310 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,998. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,236 business establishments, including 97 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland is $146,100 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,541. Median rent is $840/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Ashland reports 183 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,439/100K.
Education
23.8% of adults in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches.