Damascus, OH

Ohio

Damascus is a small town in Ohio with a population of 234. Residents earn $80,144 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
234 Population 293/sq mi density
$80,144 Median Income $35,510 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,144 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,144
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,144
Per Capita$35,510
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,813M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.8%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute34 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries7

Is Damascus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Damascus receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Damascus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Damascus is $80,144, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Damascus is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Damascus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°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.

Damascus has a population of 234 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

234
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Damascus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Damascus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damascus is $80,144, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Damascus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,144
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,510
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$59,859

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,244
County GDP$4,813M

Business (County)

Restaurants179
Healthcare241
Retail321
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Damascus is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Damascus, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death10,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities241
Damascus has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates40.9062°N, 80.9493°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants179
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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