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Bethesda, OH

Ohio · Harrison County

Bethesda is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,230. Residents earn $33,606 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,230 Population 1,984/sq mi density
$33,606 Median Income $22,106 per capita
$98,800 Home Value $142,909 Zillow
$739 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
134 Violent Crime/100K 403 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$33,606 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $739/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
134 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,606
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 134/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,230
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,984/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,606
Per Capita$22,106
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$1,576M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$739
Ownership60.6%
Zillow$142,909
Housing Units633
Rent Burden29.8%

Crime

F
Violent134/100K
Property403/100K

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking21.1%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.09

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband87.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Bethesda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethesda receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bethesda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethesda is $33,606, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethesda is $98,800, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bethesda is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 403 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethesda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bethesda has a population of 1,230 with a density of 1,984 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,230
Total Population
1,984
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethesda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethesda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethesda is $33,606, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,106 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,196, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 346 business establishments, including 25 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bethesda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,606
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,106
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$69,561
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)346
County GDP$1,576M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare18
Retail31
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethesda is $98,800, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,909, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 633 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $3,144. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.6%
Owner-Occupied60.6%
Renter-Occupied39.4%
Housing Units633
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Bethesda, 42.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 36.4% have high blood pressure. 21.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 32.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,826. The dentist ratio is 1:7,189. 29.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,826
Dentists1:7,189
Mental Health1:2,360
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits54.8%
Premature Death11,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Bethesda has a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 403 per 100,000, 79% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bethesda receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent134.3/100K
65% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property402.9/100K
79% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents23
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bethesda experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,984/sq mi
Coordinates40.0166°N, 81.0726°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHarrison County County
Nearest AirportMid-Ohio Valley Regional (PKB)
50 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score11.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability70.5 / 100
Community Resilience42.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Mar 12, 2007 Ohio M3.7 143 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 116 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 22 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 149 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 38 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 66 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 43 km
Jun 5, 2011 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio M3.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 42 km
Mar 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio M3.0 98 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 43 km
Aug 7, 2000 2 km S of Limaville, Ohio M2.9 105 km
Apr 29, 2025 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.8 41 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 132 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 138 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 76 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 71 km
May 17, 2010 2 km S of Boston Heights, Ohio M2.7 141 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 126 km
Sep 4, 2011 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia M2.6 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

192 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 183 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 1, 1986 EF3 84 km 0
Oct 12, 1978 EF3 88 km 0
May 8, 1969 EF3 33 km 1
Jun 5, 2024 EF2 91 km 0
May 11, 2024 EF2 91 km 0
May 7, 2024 EF2 67 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 23 km 0
Aug 1, 2022 EF2 46 km 0
Oct 21, 2021 EF2 54 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 20 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 22, 2006 EF2 90 km 0
Nov 12, 2003 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 99 km 0
May 23, 2000 EF2 37 km 0
Jun 27, 1998 EF2 36 km 1
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 93 km 0
Jun 30, 1990 EF2 79 km 0
Mar 10, 1986 EF2 65 km 1
May 31, 1985 EF2 98 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.9 in

Bethesda has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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Bethesda is located in Harrison County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.1% of the vote, a 55.2-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 18 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 96.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents23
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.09
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,984/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyHarrison County County

Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Avg Download Speed61.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%
Average costs for common services in Bethesda. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit $2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement $186 ($93–$325)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair $928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement $8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested) $13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense $4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation $464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation $2,320 ($928–$4,640)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $186 ($93–$371)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$751
Toddler$693
Preschool$615
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$671
Toddler$660
Preschool$610
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Harrison County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 410 25 $42,968 0.75
Manufacturing 303 14 $97,507 0.97
Retail Trade 294 33 $25,553 0.77
Transportation & Warehousing 280 17 $124,372 1.74
Construction 217 36 $74,286 1.09
Other Services 169 20 $68,355 1.48
Real Estate 113 9 $66,288 1.91
Information & Technology 81 6 $76,673 1.14
Finance & Insurance 51 14 $46,384 0.33

Radio Stations near Bethesda

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz FM jazz AAC 131 kbps
WWOV 101.1 FM bluegrass, country MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Bethesda

38 national parks and monuments found near Bethesda.

ParkTypeFee
Barkcamp State Park State Park Free
Beaver Creek State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Blue Rock State Park State Park Free
Burr Oak State Park State Park Free
East Reservoir State Park State Park Free
First Ladies National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Fort Laurens State Park State Park Free
Grave Creek Mound State Park State Park Free
Guilford Lake State Park State Park Free
Hillman State Park State Park Free
Hower Lake State Park State Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jefferson Lake State Park State Park Free
Long Lake State Park State Park Free
McConnells Mill State Park State Park Free
Mud Lake State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 5 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River Parkway State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
North Bend State Park State Park Free
North Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Ohio River Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Pricketts Fort State Park State Park Free
Raccoon Creek State Park State Park Free
Rex Lake State Park State Park Free
Ryerson Station State Park State Park Free
Salt Fork State Park State Park Free
Tomlinson Run State Park State Park Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park State Park Free
Valley Falls State Park State Park Free
Watters Smith Memorial State Park State Park Free
West Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Wolf Run State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Bethesda

11 trails found near Bethesda.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BT/NCT MARIETTA 10.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BT/NCT MARIETTA 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BT/NCT MARIETTA 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAMPING HOMESTEAD TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BT/NCT MARIETTA 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PLAINVIEW HOMESTEAD TRAIL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PLAINVIEW GHOST TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PLAINVIEW HORSEHOE FALLS TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PLAINVIEW SCHOOLHOUSE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ARCHERS FORK TH CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAMPING SHORT LOOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Bethesda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BELMONT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7404253505$41,979
CUMBERLAND TRAIL GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRANKLIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7409680192
FRANKLIN MUSEUM OF NEW ATHENSHISTORY MUSEUM7409681042
MORRISTOWN HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION303 CHURCH ST7407821253
OUE GALLERYART MUSEUM
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7409682080

Libraries in Bethesda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ST. CLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY108 W. MAIN ST.0.085,956
BARNESVILLE HUTTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY308 E. MAIN ST.0.036,816

Farmers Markets in Bethesda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barnesville Farmers Market 300 E.Church St.
Captina Produce Auction39050 West Captina HighwayVisit
Ohio Valley Farmers' MarketMall Road06/09/2016 to 10/20/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit

Cell Towers in Bethesda

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
34020 Homer Reed RoadTOWER106
WATSON RD, I70 1.5 mi w of St Clairsville (3674)LTOWER89
54158 Powhatan Hill Rd (80030)LTOWER82
66365 N. TWENTY-SIX RDTOWER82
32745 OLD NATIONAL ROAD (43316)LTOWER79
5 COUNTY ROAD/ OLD NATIONAL PIKE (43125)LTOWER78
312 HENDERSON STREET (14839)LTOWER73
0.1 MI N & 0.75 MI E OF FAIRVIEW EXIT - I-70/US40TOWER61
39830 Barnesville Bethesda Rd. (93156)LTOWER60

Fire Stations in Bethesda

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bethesda Fire Department103 E Spring STVolunteer740-484-4573

Bridges in Bethesda

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20022596G
CulvertSteel19983076F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20022876G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19502936F

Airports Near Bethesda

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mid Ohio Valley Regional AirportPKBMedium Airport
Wheeling Ohio County AirportHLGMedium Airport
Alderman Airport—Small Airport
Andrew J Ciechomski Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bald Eagle Field—Small Airport
Barnesville Bradfield Airport—Small Airport
Beach City Airport—Small Airport
Blue Bird Airport—Small Airport
Brothers Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Carroll County-Tolson Airport—Small Airport
Checkpoint Charlie Airport—Small Airport
Columbiana County Airport—Small Airport
Eddie Dew Memorial Airpark—Small Airport
Fino Airport—Small Airport
Fox Airport—Small Airport
Furey Airport—Small Airport
Glendale Fokker FieldGWVSmall Airport
Gnadenhutten Airport—Small Airport
Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport—Small Airport
Harrison County Airport—Small Airport
Harry Clever FieldPHDSmall Airport
Herron Airport—Small Airport
Hibbetts Airport—Small Airport
Hilltop Airport—Small Airport
Howell Airport—Small Airport
Jefferson County Airpark—Small Airport
La Rue Airport—Small Airport
Marshall County Airport—Small Airport
Mc Coy Airport—Small Airport
Minerva Airport—Small Airport
Monroe County Airport—Small Airport
Morgan County Regional Airport—Small Airport
Narrigan Grass Strip—Small Airport
Noble County Airport—Small Airport
P W Johnson Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Parsons Airport—Small Airport
Plane Country Airport—Small Airport
Risker Field—Small Airport
Rod's Sod Airport—Small Airport
Roxford Airport—Small Airport
Ruth Field STOLport—Small Airport
Stateline Airport—Small Airport
Stoltzfus Airfield—Small Airport
Taildragger Airport—Small Airport
Tank Airport—Small Airport
Tri-City Airport—Small Airport
Uphill Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Bethesda

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Barnesville Police Department132 North Arch Street
St. Clairsville Police

Grocery Stores in Bethesda

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CFM Express 4Convenience Store101 North Main St

Post Offices in Bethesda

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bethesda Post Office111 South Main Street

Treatment Centers in Bethesda

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads Counseling Services IncSubstance Abuse740-695-9447
Crossroads Counseling Services Inc - Awakenings Womens Residential Trt CtrSubstance Abuse740-484-4141
Crossroads Counseling Services Inc - New Outlook Mens ResidentialSubstance Abuse740-695-9447
Fox Run HospitalMental Health740-695-2131
Tri County Help Center IncMental Health740-695-5441

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bethesda

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EPWORTH CENTERPO BOX 538

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bethesda

What is the population of Bethesda?

Bethesda has a population of 1,230 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,984 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Bethesda expensive to live in?

Bethesda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,606, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $98,800 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bethesda safe?

Bethesda is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 403 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bethesda receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bethesda?

Bethesda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Bethesda?

The job market in Bethesda is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,196. There are 346 business establishments in the area, including 25 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 2.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bethesda?

The median home value in Bethesda is $98,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,909. For renters, the median monthly rent is $739. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,144.

How are the schools in Bethesda?

Schools in Bethesda score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.3% of adults in Bethesda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bethesda?

The obesity rate in Bethesda is 42.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.1% of adults are smokers. 32.7% are physically inactive. 29.9% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance. 29.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,826.

What is transportation like in Bethesda?

The average commute in Bethesda is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 96.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bethesda?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bethesda is 98.6% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 88.2% have health insurance coverage.

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