Fort Shawnee, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Fort Shawnee is a small city in Ohio with a population of 5,952. Residents earn $88,606 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
5,952 Population 626/sq mi density
$88,606 Median Income $49,339 per capita
$187,800 Home Value $208,888 Zillow
$970 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,606 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,800 home value, $970/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,606
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,952
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density626/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,606
Per Capita$49,339
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$11,167M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,800
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,888

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation864 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Libraries7

Is Fort Shawnee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Shawnee receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Fort Shawnee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Shawnee is $88,606, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Shawnee is $187,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Shawnee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fort Shawnee has a population of 5,952 with a density of 626 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

5,952
Total Population
626
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Shawnee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Shawnee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Shawnee is $88,606, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Fort Shawnee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,606
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$64,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,586
County GDP$11,167M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare265
Retail361
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Shawnee is $187,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,888.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,800
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,888
Median List Price$322,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$322,500
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops11.8%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% 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-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Fort Shawnee, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Shawnee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death10,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities265

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Fort Shawnee has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation864 ft (263 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.6 km²)
Population Density626/sq mi
Coordinates40.6813°N, 84.1498°W
County FIPS39003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density626/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants216
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

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