Caledonia, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Caledonia is a small town in Ohio with a population of 444. Residents earn $65,972 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
444 Population 1,850/sq mi density
$65,972 Median Income $25,347 per capita
$118,000 Home Value $223,366 Zillow
$1,068 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,972 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,000 home value, $1,068/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,972
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population444
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density1,850/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,972
Per Capita$25,347
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$910M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,000
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,366
Housing Units168
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking18.2%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation999 ft (304 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries5

Is Caledonia a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caledonia is $65,972, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caledonia is $118,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Caledonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Caledonia has a population of 444 with a density of 1,850 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

444
Total Population
1,850
People / sq mi
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caledonia is $65,972, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Caledonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,972
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,347
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$66,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)573
County GDP$910M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail56
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Caledonia is $118,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,366.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Caledonia, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death9,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities34
Caledonia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,850/sq mi
Coordinates40.6364°N, 82.9695°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,850/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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