Hamersville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hamersville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 706. Residents earn $64,482 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
706 Population 1,605/sq mi density
$64,482 Median Income $27,179 per capita
$165,000 Home Value $234,902 Zillow
$815 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,482 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $815/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,482
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population706
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density1,605/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,482
Per Capita$27,179
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,902
Rent Burden16.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation967 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute39 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries7

Is Hamersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamersville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Hamersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamersville is $64,482, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamersville is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hamersville has a population of 706 with a density of 1,605 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

706
Total Population
1,605
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamersville is $64,482, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Hamersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,482
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,179
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamersville is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Hamersville, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Hamersville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation967 ft (295 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,605/sq mi
Coordinates38.9190°N, 83.9854°W
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,605/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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