Edon, OH

Ohio

Edon is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,037. Residents earn $69,531 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,037 Population 943/sq mi density
$69,531 Median Income $28,560 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $199,015 Zillow
$938 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,531 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $938/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,531
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,037
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density943/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,531
Per Capita$28,560
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,015

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation900 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Edon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Edon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edon is $69,531, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edon is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Edon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edon has a population of 1,037 with a density of 943 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

1,037
Total Population
943
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Edon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edon is $69,531, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Edon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,531
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,560
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edon is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% 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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Edon, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Edon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation900 ft (274 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density943/sq mi
Coordinates41.5562°N, 84.7694°W
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density943/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home4.7%

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