Darbydale, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Darbydale is a small town in Ohio with a population of 579.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
579 Population 579/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,259 per capita
$159,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $159,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density579/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,259
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$141,972M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$159,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation877 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 64%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries36

Is Darbydale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darbydale receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Darbydale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darbydale is $159,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Darbydale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Darbydale has a population of 579 with a density of 579 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

579
Total Population
579
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Darbydale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Darbydale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darbydale is N/A. 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 28 minutes.

Income: Darbydale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,259
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$80,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)40,020
County GDP$141,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,254
Healthcare4,259
Retail3,638
Manufacturing782

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,150
133% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Darbydale is $159,700, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,700
43% below US avg
Median List Price$270,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$270,000
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,150
133% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Darbydale, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access94.8%
Healthcare Facilities4,259

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)118

Safety Score

Darbydale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density579/sq mi
Coordinates39.8558°N, 83.1749°W
County FIPS39049
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.3%
D 63.7%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density579/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries36
Healthcare Facilities4,259
Restaurants3,254
Retail Stores3,638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)118

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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