Derby, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Derby is a small town in Ohio with a population of 433. Residents earn $31,985 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
433 Population 326/sq mi density
$31,985 Median Income $19,794 per capita
$153,600 Home Value
$847 Median Rent 35.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$31,985 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $847/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,985
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.8%
213% higher than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,985
Per Capita$19,794
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.8%
County GDP$2,578M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$847
Ownership38.4%
Rent Burden35.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation908 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries3

Is Derby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Derby receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Derby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Derby is $31,985, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Derby is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Derby 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.

Derby has a population of 433 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

433
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.3%
Female 64.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Derby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Derby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Derby is $31,985, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Derby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,985
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$70,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.8%
213% 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 Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Derby is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). 38.4% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg
Rent Burden35.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership38.4%
Owner-Occupied38.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Derby, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,732/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Derby 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

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates39.7640°N, 83.2068°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.5-point margin. 84.8% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants84
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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