Caldwell, OH

Ohio

Caldwell is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,872. Residents earn $49,032 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,872 Population 2,103/sq mi density
$49,032 Median Income $30,942 per capita
$114,000 Home Value $175,842 Zillow
$608 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,032 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,000 home value, $608/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,032
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,872
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density2,103/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,032
Per Capita$30,942
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$580M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,000
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,842

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation719 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Caldwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caldwell receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Caldwell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caldwell is $49,032, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caldwell is $114,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Caldwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Caldwell has a population of 1,872 with a density of 2,103 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

1,872
Total Population
2,103
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caldwell is $49,032, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Caldwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,032
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,942
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below 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 Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Caldwell is $114,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,842.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,842

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Caldwell, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Caldwell has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,103/sq mi
Coordinates39.7464°N, 81.5130°W
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% 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+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2,103/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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