Bainbridge, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Bainbridge is a small town in Ohio with a population of 574. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
574 Population 46/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $25,179 per capita
$88,100 Home Value $168,378 Zillow
$744 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $744/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$25,179
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$6,128M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,378
Housing Units3,573
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking9.5%
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+82.6%
Graduate+31.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries10

Is Bainbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bainbridge receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bainbridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bainbridge is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bainbridge is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bainbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°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 43.1 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bainbridge has a population of 574 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

574
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
12.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bainbridge is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bainbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$121,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,221
County GDP$6,128M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare294
Retail325
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bainbridge is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,378
Median List Price$549,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,900
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% 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-Occupied70.9%
Housing Units3,573
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Rate10.06%
In Bainbridge, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 31.7% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits47.3%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities294
Bainbridge has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates41.3843°N, 81.3485°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+82.6%
Graduate Degree+31.8%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area12.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants180
Retail Stores325

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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