Athalia, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Athalia is a small town in Ohio with a population of 298. Residents earn $45,417 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
298 Population 432/sq mi density
$45,417 Median Income $26,523 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,417 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,417
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,417
Per Capita$26,523
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$6,663M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units162
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.2%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries8

Is Athalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Athalia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Athalia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Athalia is $45,417, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Athalia is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Athalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Athalia has a population of 298 with a density of 432 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

298
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Athalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Athalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Athalia is $45,417, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Athalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,417
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,523
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$66,675

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,362
County GDP$6,663M

Business (County)

Restaurants282
Healthcare384
Retail393
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Athalia is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Athalia, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death17,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Athalia has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates38.5091°N, 82.3095°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants282
Retail Stores393

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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