Beaverdam, OH

Ohio

Beaverdam is a small town in Ohio with a population of 404. Residents earn $81,458 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
404 Population 641/sq mi density
$81,458 Median Income $34,302 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $117,450 Zillow
$973 Median Rent 13.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$81,458 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $973/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $973
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density641/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$34,302
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$973
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,450
Housing Units195
Rent Burden13.2%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.2%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband98.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Beaverdam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaverdam receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Beaverdam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaverdam is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaverdam is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $973 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaverdam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beaverdam has a population of 404 with a density of 641 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

404
Total Population
641
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaverdam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaverdam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaverdam is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Beaverdam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,458
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,302
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaverdam is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $973 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,450.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$973
16% below US avg
Rent Burden13.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units195
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Beaverdam, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Beaverdam has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density641/sq mi
Coordinates40.8325°N, 83.9734°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 98.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density641/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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