Byesville, OH

Ohio

Byesville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,220. Residents earn $35,959 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,220 Population 1,850/sq mi density
$35,959 Median Income $21,324 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $148,226 Zillow
$761 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
83 Violent Crime/100K 624 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$35,959 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $761/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
83 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,959
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 83/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $761
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,220
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,850/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,959
Per Capita$21,324
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$580M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$761
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,226

Crime

F
Violent83/100K
Property624/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault83/100K
Burglary125/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation799 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Byesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byesville 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Byesville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Byesville is $35,959, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Byesville is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $761 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.

Safety & Crime

Byesville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 624 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Byesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Byesville has a population of 2,220 with a density of 1,850 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,220
Total Population
1,850
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Byesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Byesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byesville is $35,959, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Byesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,959
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,324
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Byesville is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $761 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,226.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,226

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$761
35% 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-Occupied57.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Byesville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Byesville has a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 624 per 100,000 (68% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent83.2/100K
78% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault83.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property624.0/100K
68% below US avg
Burglary124.8/100K
Theft457.6/100K
Vehicle Theft41.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Byesville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation799 ft (244 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,850/sq mi
Coordinates39.9741°N, 81.5462°W
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,850/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

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