Beaver, OH

Ohio

Beaver is a small town in Ohio with a population of 571. Residents earn $40,481 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
571 Population 1,464/sq mi density
$40,481 Median Income $22,227 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $155,769 Zillow
$685 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,481 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $685/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,481
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population571
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density1,464/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,481
Per Capita$22,227
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,314M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,769
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation752 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries3

Is Beaver a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver is $40,481, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beaver has a population of 571 with a density of 1,464 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%).

Population

571
Total Population
1,464
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Beaver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver is $40,481, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Beaver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,481
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,227
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$57,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)755
County GDP$1,314M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare85
Retail121
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,769

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,048
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Beaver, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD11.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress23.8%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death13,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.2%
Healthcare Facilities85

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Beaver has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation752 ft (229 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,464/sq mi
Coordinates39.0350°N, 82.8257°W
County FIPS39079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,464/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants59
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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