Bryan, OH

Ohio

Bryan is a small city in Ohio with a population of 8,664. Residents earn $50,295 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
8,664 Population 1,604/sq mi density
$50,295 Median Income $34,268 per capita
$132,000 Home Value $185,686 Zillow
$820 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,295 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,000 home value, $820/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,295
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,664
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,604/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,295
Per Capita$34,268
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,000
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,686

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation751 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute15 min
Libraries7

Is Bryan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bryan receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bryan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bryan is $50,295, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bryan is $132,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 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

15.6% 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

Bryan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bryan has a population of 8,664 with a density of 1,604 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

8,664
Total Population
1,604
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bryan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bryan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bryan is $50,295, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bryan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,295
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,268
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above 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 Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bryan is $132,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,686.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,686

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Bryan, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Bryan has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density1,604/sq mi
Coordinates41.4703°N, 84.5481°W
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,604/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

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