Belle Valley, OH

Ohio

Belle Valley is a small town in Ohio with a population of 185. Residents earn $55,208 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
185 Population 451/sq mi density
$55,208 Median Income $26,379 per capita
$76,300 Home Value $117,952 Zillow
$736 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,300 home value, $736/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,208
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,208
Per Capita$26,379
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$580M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,300
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,952
Housing Units80
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.8%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Belle Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belle Valley 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Belle Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belle Valley is $55,208, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belle Valley is $76,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Belle Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°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 44.5 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belle Valley has a population of 185 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

185
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.9%
Female 35.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Belle Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belle Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belle Valley is $55,208, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Belle Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,208
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,379
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belle Valley is $76,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,952.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,952

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Belle Valley, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Belle Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Belle Valley has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates39.7888°N, 81.5565°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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