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Bolivar, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Bolivar is a small town in Ohio with a population of 949. Residents earn $70,132 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
949 Population 999/sq mi density
$70,132 Median Income $33,162 per capita
$179,700 Home Value $276,137 Zillow
$777 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,132 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,700 home value, $777/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,132
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,700
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population949
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density999/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,132
Per Capita$33,162
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$23,156M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,700
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,137
Housing Units428
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation931 ft (284 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries26

Is Bolivar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolivar receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Bolivar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolivar is $70,132, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bolivar is $179,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolivar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bolivar has a population of 949 with a density of 999 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

949
Total Population
999
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolivar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolivar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolivar is $70,132, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bolivar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,132
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,162
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$69,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$23,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants795
Healthcare1,021
Retail1,180
Manufacturing464

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolivar is $179,700, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,137.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,700
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,137

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$93
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units428
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Bolivar, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,021
Bolivar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation931 ft (284 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density999/sq mi
Coordinates40.6554°N, 81.4545°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 21.9-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density999/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities1,021
Restaurants795
Retail Stores1,180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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