Chesterville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Chesterville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 232. Residents earn $53,500 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
232 Population 1,105/sq mi density
$53,500 Median Income $25,716 per capita
$115,300 Home Value
$971 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,500 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,300 home value, $971/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,500
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,105/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,500
Per Capita$25,716
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$910M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking18.7%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Chesterville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chesterville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chesterville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chesterville is $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% 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 Chesterville is $115,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chesterville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chesterville has a population of 232 with a density of 1,105 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

232
Total Population
1,105
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chesterville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chesterville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chesterville is $53,500, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Chesterville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,500
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,716
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$66,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below 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 Rate3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chesterville is $115,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.62%
In Chesterville, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death9,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities34
Chesterville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Coordinates40.4751°N, 82.6809°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 84.0% 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+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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