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Chesapeake, OH
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Chesapeake, OH
At a Glance
How Chesapeake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chesapeake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chesapeake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chesapeake residents earn a median household income of $46,667 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,439. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,362 business establishments, including 282 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chesapeake is $106,100 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $137,916. Median rent is $795/month, with 18.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Chesapeake reports 101 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,893/100K.
Education
11.6% of adults in Chesapeake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chesapeake has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.