Donnelsville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Donnelsville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 364. Residents earn $70,278 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
364 Population 1,138/sq mi density
$70,278 Median Income $29,684 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $173,445 Zillow
$820 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,278 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $820/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,278
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,138/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,278
Per Capita$29,684
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$6,091M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,445
Housing Units144
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.5%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+9.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries7

Is Donnelsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donnelsville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Donnelsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donnelsville is $70,278, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donnelsville is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Donnelsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Donnelsville has a population of 364 with a density of 1,138 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

364
Total Population
1,138
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Donnelsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donnelsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donnelsville is $70,278, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Donnelsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,278
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,684
Avg Weekly Wage$1,001
IRS Avg AGI$59,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,614
County GDP$6,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants239
Healthcare282
Retail350
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Donnelsville is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,445.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Donnelsville, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death12,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities282
Donnelsville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,138/sq mi
Coordinates39.9154°N, 83.9430°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+9.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,138/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants239
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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