Blakeslee, OH

Ohio

Blakeslee is a small town in Ohio with a population of 143. Residents earn $72,273 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
143 Population 1,589/sq mi density
$72,273 Median Income $39,982 per capita
$215,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,273 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,900 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,273
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,900
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density1,589/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,273
Per Capita$39,982
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units34

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking18.1%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries7

Is Blakeslee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blakeslee receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blakeslee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blakeslee is $72,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blakeslee is $215,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blakeslee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°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 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blakeslee has a population of 143 with a density of 1,589 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%).

Population

143
Total Population
1,589
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Blakeslee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blakeslee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blakeslee is $72,273, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Blakeslee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,273
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,982
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blakeslee is $215,900, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,900
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Blakeslee, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Blakeslee has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,589/sq mi
Coordinates41.5242°N, 84.7308°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,589/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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