Dry Ridge, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Dry Ridge is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,008. Residents earn $92,443 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,008 Population 728/sq mi density
$92,443 Median Income $44,094 per capita
$271,500 Home Value
$880 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,443 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$271,500 home value, $880/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,443
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $271,500
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.5%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,008
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,443
Per Capita$44,094
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$271,500
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation764 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute27 min
Libraries41

Is Dry Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dry Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Dry Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dry Ridge is $92,443, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dry Ridge is $271,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dry Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dry Ridge has a population of 3,008 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 19.4% Black.

Population

3,008
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dry Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dry Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dry Ridge is $92,443, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Dry Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,443
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dry Ridge is $271,500, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,500
4% below US avg
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Dry Ridge, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dry Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Dry Ridge has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates39.2539°N, 84.6434°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.5%
20% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home8.6%

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