Chesterland, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Chesterland is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,862. Residents earn $98,234 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,862 Population 489/sq mi density
$98,234 Median Income $49,861 per capita
$285,000 Home Value $358,141 Zillow
$840 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$98,234 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$285,000 home value, $840/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,234
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,000
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,862
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,234
Per Capita$49,861
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$6,128M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$358,141

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation1,218 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is Chesterland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chesterland receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Chesterland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chesterland is $98,234, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Chesterland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chesterland is $285,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chesterland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chesterland has a population of 6,862 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

6,862
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chesterland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chesterland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chesterland is $98,234, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Chesterland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,234
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,861
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$121,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,221
County GDP$6,128M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare294
Retail325
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chesterland is $285,000, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $358,141.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,000
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$358,141
Median List Price$330,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,000
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% 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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Chesterland, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Chesterland 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 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.3 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates41.5283°N, 81.3575°W
County FIPS39055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants180
Retail Stores325

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home14.6%

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