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Chesterhill, OH

Ohio

Chesterhill is a small town in Ohio with a population of 344. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
344 Population 637/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $24,539 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $132,848 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,600 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.1%
78% higher than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density637/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$24,539
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty22.1%
County GDP$516M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,848
Housing Units119
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking22.7%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries3

Is Chesterhill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chesterhill receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chesterhill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chesterhill is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chesterhill is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chesterhill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chesterhill has a population of 344 with a density of 637 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.3%), with 14.2% Hispanic, 15.1% Black.

Population

344
Total Population
637
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chesterhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chesterhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chesterhill is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Chesterhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,539
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$50,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.1%
78% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare16
Retail27
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chesterhill is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,848.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,848

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.3%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Chesterhill, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.7% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD10.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access13.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Chesterhill has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density637/sq mi
Coordinates39.4944°N, 81.8682°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density637/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants22
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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