Edgewood, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Edgewood is a small town in Ohio with a population of 4,265. Residents earn $57,614 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,265 Population 627/sq mi density
$57,614 Median Income $27,149 per capita
$105,200 Home Value
$878 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,614 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,200 home value, $878/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,614
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,265
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density627/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,614
Per Capita$27,149
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$4,396M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,200
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation708 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Libraries10

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Edgewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $57,614, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgewood is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edgewood has a population of 4,265 with a density of 627 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

4,265
Total Population
627
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $57,614, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,614
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,149
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$55,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,250
County GDP$4,396M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare186
Retail297
Manufacturing150

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $105,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,200
63% below US avg
Median List Price$152,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$152,900
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Edgewood, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.9%
43% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation708 ft (216 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density627/sq mi
Coordinates41.8769°N, 80.7455°W
County FIPS39007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density627/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants245
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

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