Clyde, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Clyde is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,322. Residents earn $48,705 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,322 Population 1,204/sq mi density
$48,705 Median Income $29,311 per capita
$133,000 Home Value $191,689 Zillow
$735 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
48 Violent Crime/100K 2,724 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,705 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,000 home value, $735/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
48 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,705
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,000
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 48/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,322
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,204/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,705
Per Capita$29,311
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,000
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,689

Crime

F
Violent48/100K
Property2,724/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault16/100K
Burglary335/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation694 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute14 min
Libraries6

Is Clyde a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clyde receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clyde offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clyde is $48,705, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clyde is $133,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Clyde is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,724 per 100,000, 39% above the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clyde experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clyde has a population of 6,322 with a density of 1,204 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

6,322
Total Population
1,204
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clyde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clyde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clyde is $48,705, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Clyde vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,705
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,311
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clyde is $133,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,689.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,689
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$61
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio83.6%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% 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-Occupied64.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Clyde, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Clyde has a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,724 per 100,000 (39% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent47.8/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape15.9/100K
Robbery15.9/100K
Assault15.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,724.2/100K
39% above US avg
Burglary334.6/100K
Theft2,373.8/100K
Vehicle Theft15.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clyde has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Coordinates41.3036°N, 82.9794°W
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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