Ballville, OH

Ohio

Ballville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,853. Residents earn $77,278 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,853 Population 852/sq mi density
$77,278 Median Income $42,013 per capita
$185,100 Home Value
$1,003 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,278 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,100 home value, $1,003/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,278
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,100
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,003
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,853
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density852/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,278
Per Capita$42,013
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$4,099M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,100
Rent$1,003
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Ballville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ballville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ballville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ballville is $77,278, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ballville is $185,100, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ballville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ballville has a population of 3,853 with a density of 852 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

3,853
Total Population
852
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ballville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ballville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ballville is $77,278, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Ballville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,278
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,013
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$58,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,468
County GDP$4,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare162
Retail183
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ballville is $185,100, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,003 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,100
34% below US avg
Median List Price$228,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$228,900
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,003
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Ballville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,229/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities162

Crime Rates: Ballville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Ballville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density852/sq mi
Coordinates41.3233°N, 83.1345°W
County FIPS39143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density852/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants122
Retail Stores183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home5.3%

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