Garrettsville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Garrettsville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,806. Residents earn $69,821 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,806 Population 1,105/sq mi density
$69,821 Median Income $34,685 per capita
$193,100 Home Value $272,728 Zillow
$872 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$69,821 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,100 home value, $872/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,821
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,806
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,105/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,821
Per Capita$34,685
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$8,793M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,100
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,728

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation995 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Garrettsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garrettsville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Garrettsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garrettsville is $69,821, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garrettsville is $193,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 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

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Garrettsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Garrettsville has a population of 2,806 with a density of 1,105 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,806
Total Population
1,105
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Garrettsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Garrettsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garrettsville is $69,821, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Garrettsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,821
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,685
Avg Weekly Wage$1,109
IRS Avg AGI$73,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,770
County GDP$8,793M

Business (County)

Restaurants327
Healthcare293
Retail432
Manufacturing240

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Garrettsville is $193,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,728.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,100
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,728

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Garrettsville, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,136/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Garrettsville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Coordinates41.2844°N, 81.0919°W
County FIPS39133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants327
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home6.1%

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