Dola, OH

Ohio

Dola is a small town in Ohio with a population of 141. Residents earn $30,938 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
141 Population 170/sq mi density
$30,938 Median Income $36,010 per capita
$53,800 Home Value $186,355 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$30,938 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,800 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,938
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,938
Per Capita$36,010
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,355
Housing Units59

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation939 ft (286 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries7

Is Dola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dola receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dola is $30,938, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dola is $53,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dola has a population of 141 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

141
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dola is $30,938, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,938
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,010
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dola is $53,800, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,355.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,800
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,355

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate5.72%
In Dola, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Dola has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates40.7848°N, 83.6989°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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