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Grand Rapids, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Grand Rapids is a small town in Ohio with a population of 985. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
985 Population 1,119/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $33,223 per capita
$159,800 Home Value $242,125 Zillow
$903 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,800 home value, $903/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $903
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population985
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,119/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$33,223
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,800
Rent$903
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,125
Housing Units463
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.9%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation668 ft (204 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries12

Is Grand Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Rapids receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Grand Rapids stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Rapids is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Rapids is $159,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $903 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Rapids experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grand Rapids has a population of 985 with a density of 1,119 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

985
Total Population
1,119
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Rapids is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Grand Rapids vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,223
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$81,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,473
County GDP$10,692M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare293
Retail345
Manufacturing171

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Rapids is $159,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $903 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,125.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,125

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$903
22% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units463
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Grand Rapids, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities293
Grand Rapids has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation668 ft (204 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,119/sq mi
Coordinates41.4011°N, 83.8664°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 10.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,119/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants337
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Nearby Cities

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