Darbyville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Darbyville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 240. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
240 Population 462/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $15,419 per capita
$131,800 Home Value
$1,313 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value, $1,313/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density462/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$15,419
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$2,578M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden36.8%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking17.9%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+68.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute36 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3

Is Darbyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darbyville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Darbyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Darbyville is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darbyville is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Darbyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Darbyville has a population of 240 with a density of 462 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.4%), with 29.6% Hispanic.

Population

240
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Darbyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Darbyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darbyville is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Darbyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,419
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$70,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,082
County GDP$2,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare97
Retail123
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Darbyville is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

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%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Darbyville, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death9,732/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities97
Darbyville 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. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates39.6960°N, 83.1137°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.5-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+68.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density462/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants84
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

South Bloomfield, OH 2,808 pop · 6.6 mi Williamsport, OH 1,025 pop · 7.9 mi Commercial Point, OH 3,106 pop · 8.1 mi Ashville, OH 4,626 pop · 8.5 mi Mount Sterling, OH 1,740 pop · 8.6 mi Circleville, OH 14,144 pop · 11.7 mi Logan Elm Village, OH 1,238 pop · 12.4 mi Grove City, OH 41,831 pop · 13.1 mi Urbancrest, OH 1,057 pop · 14.3 mi Obetz, OH 6,293 pop · 14.7 mi Bloomingburg, OH 1,073 pop · 16.2 mi Groveport, OH 5,916 pop · 16.2 mi Lithopolis, OH 2,344 pop · 17.7 mi Lincoln Village, OH 8,968 pop · 17.8 mi
Compare Darbyville with another city: