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Dexter City, OH

Ohio

Dexter City is a small town in Ohio with a population of 95. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
95 Population 559/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,972 per capita
$102,100 Home Value $155,609 Zillow
$765 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,100 home value, $765/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female31% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,972
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$580M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,609
Housing Units45
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity44.2%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking22.9%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation760 ft (232 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries1

Is Dexter City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dexter City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dexter City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dexter City is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dexter City is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dexter City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dexter City has a population of 95 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

95
Total Population
559
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.5%
Female 69.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dexter City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dexter City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dexter City is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dexter City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,972
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dexter City is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,609.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,609

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units45
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Dexter City, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.9% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dexter City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD10.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Primary Care1:14,176
Dentists1:4,778
Mental Health1:842
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Dexter City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation760 ft (232 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density559/sq mi
Coordinates39.6593°N, 81.4744°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density559/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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