Greenfield, OH

Ohio

Greenfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 4,047. Residents earn $46,513 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,047 Population 1,946/sq mi density
$46,513 Median Income $23,552 per capita
$96,600 Home Value $157,967 Zillow
$676 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
152 Violent Crime/100K 3,255 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,513 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,600 home value, $676/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
152 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,513
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,600
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 152/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,047
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density1,946/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,513
Per Capita$23,552
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$2,262M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,600
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,967

Crime

F
Violent152/100K
Property3,255/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault65/100K
Burglary586/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+82.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Greenfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenfield receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenfield is $46,513, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenfield is $96,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greenfield is below the national average at 152 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,255 per 100,000, 66% above the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenfield has a population of 4,047 with a density of 1,946 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

4,047
Total Population
1,946
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenfield is $46,513, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Greenfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,513
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,552
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$57,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,262M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare53
Retail145
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,644
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenfield is $96,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,967.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% 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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,644
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Greenfield, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death11,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities53
Greenfield has a violent crime rate of 152 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,255 per 100,000 (66% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent151.9/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape43.4/100K
Robbery43.4/100K
Assault65.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,255.2/100K
66% above US avg
Burglary585.9/100K
Theft2,582.5/100K
Vehicle Theft86.8/100K
Arson21.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenfield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Coordinates39.3535°N, 83.3884°W
County FIPS39047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+82.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants78
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home3.5%

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