Chillicothe, OH

Ohio

Chillicothe is a small city in Ohio with a population of 21,958. Residents earn $49,193 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
21,958 Population 2,091/sq mi density
$49,193 Median Income $33,036 per capita
$145,900 Home Value $193,029 Zillow
$842 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
361 Violent Crime/100K 8,043 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,193 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,900 home value, $842/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
361 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,193
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,900
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 361/100K
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population21,958
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density2,091/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,193
Per Capita$33,036
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$514M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,900
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,029

Crime

F
Violent361/100K
Property8,043/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault196/100K
Burglary1,521/100K

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation639 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute23 min
EV Stations10
Libraries1

Is Chillicothe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chillicothe receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chillicothe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chillicothe is $49,193, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chillicothe is $145,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Chillicothe is below the national average at 361 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,043 per 100,000, 310% above the national average.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chillicothe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chillicothe has a population of 21,958 with a density of 2,091 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 8.3% Black.

Population

21,958
Total Population
2,091
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chillicothe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chillicothe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chillicothe is $49,193, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Chillicothe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,193
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,036
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)213
County GDP$514M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail23
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,375
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Chillicothe is $145,900, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,029.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,900
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,029
Median List Price$179,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$179,900
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops15.9%
Inventory69

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
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-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,375
4% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Chillicothe, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death19,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities15
Chillicothe has a violent crime rate of 361 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,043 per 100,000 (310% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent360.8/100K
5% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.4/100K
Robbery137.0/100K
Assault196.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,042.6/100K
310% above US avg
Burglary1,520.8/100K
Theft6,407.6/100K
Vehicle Theft114.2/100K
Arson18.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Chillicothe has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density2,091/sq mi
Coordinates39.3405°N, 82.9961°W
County FIPS39163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,091/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home5.1%

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