Berlin Heights, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Berlin Heights is a small town in Ohio with a population of 878. Residents earn $94,250 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
878 Population 549/sq mi density
$94,250 Median Income $28,509 per capita
$176,000 Home Value $257,145 Zillow
$1,016 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$94,250 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,000 home value, $1,016/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,250
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,016
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population878
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density549/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,250
Per Capita$28,509
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,000
Rent$1,016
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,145
Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation757 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries6

Is Berlin Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berlin Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Berlin Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berlin Heights is $94,250, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berlin Heights is $176,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Berlin Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 47.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Berlin Heights has a population of 878 with a density of 549 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

878
Total Population
549
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Berlin Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berlin Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berlin Heights is $94,250, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Berlin Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,250
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,509
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Berlin Heights is $176,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,016 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,000
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,016
13% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Berlin Heights, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Berlin Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Berlin Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall47.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation757 ft (231 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density549/sq mi
Coordinates41.3227°N, 82.4876°W
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density549/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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