Chatfield, OH

Ohio

Chatfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 215. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
215 Population 717/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $20,465 per capita
$90,800 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 20.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.1%
458% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density717/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$20,465
Unemployment20.1%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,760M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking19.4%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Chatfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chatfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chatfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chatfield is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chatfield is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chatfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chatfield has a population of 215 with a density of 717 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

215
Total Population
717
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chatfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chatfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chatfield is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Chatfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,465
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$55,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.1%
458% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)948
County GDP$1,760M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare82
Retail117
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chatfield is $90,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Chatfield, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death11,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities82
Chatfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density717/sq mi
Coordinates40.9512°N, 82.9420°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density717/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants87
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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