Bergholz, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Bergholz is a small town in Ohio with a population of 501. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
501 Population 895/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $23,265 per capita
$63,100 Home Value $89,123 Zillow
$764 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,100 home value, $764/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,100
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $764
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population501
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density895/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$23,265
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$4,365M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,100
Rent$764
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$89,123
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation910 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries8

Is Bergholz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bergholz receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bergholz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bergholz is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bergholz is $63,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bergholz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bergholz has a population of 501 with a density of 895 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

501
Total Population
895
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bergholz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bergholz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bergholz is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bergholz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,265
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,413
County GDP$4,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare155
Retail190
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bergholz is $63,100, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $764 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $89,123.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,100
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$89,123

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$764
34% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Rate5.61%
In Bergholz, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death13,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Bergholz has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation910 ft (277 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density895/sq mi
Coordinates40.5208°N, 80.8851°W
County FIPS39081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density895/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants118
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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