Crooksville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Crooksville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,284. Residents earn $45,313 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,284 Population 1,410/sq mi density
$45,313 Median Income $21,998 per capita
$94,800 Home Value $142,351 Zillow
$694 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$45,313 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value, $694/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,313
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,284
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,410/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,313
Per Capita$21,998
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$937M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,351

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation770 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Libraries8

Is Crooksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crooksville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crooksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crooksville is $45,313, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crooksville is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crooksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crooksville has a population of 2,284 with a density of 1,410 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

2,284
Total Population
1,410
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Crooksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crooksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crooksville is $45,313, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Crooksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,313
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,998
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$937M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crooksville is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,351.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,351
Median List Price$207,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$207,400
$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% 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-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Rate4.70%
In Crooksville, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD10.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Crooksville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation770 ft (235 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density1,410/sq mi
Coordinates39.7679°N, 82.0949°W
County FIPS39127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,410/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

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