Edison, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Edison is a small town in Ohio with a population of 353. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
353 Population 1,217/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $26,244 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $219,937 Zillow
$767 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $767/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population353
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density1,217/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$26,244
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$910M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,937
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation1,065 ft (325 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries5

Is Edison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edison receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times, high obesity rates. Edison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edison is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edison is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Edison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edison has a population of 353 with a density of 1,217 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

353
Total Population
1,217
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Edison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Edison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edison is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Edison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,244
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$66,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)573
County GDP$910M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail56
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone54.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Edison is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,937.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,937

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio90.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Edison, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities34
Edison has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,065 ft (325 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,217/sq mi
Coordinates40.5583°N, 82.8632°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,217/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone54.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

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