Hopedale, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hopedale is a small town in Ohio with a population of 893. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
893 Population 763/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $35,196 per capita
$108,000 Home Value $136,022 Zillow
$890 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,000 home value, $890/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,000
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population893
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density763/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$35,196
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$4,365M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,000
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,022
Housing Units469
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking20.9%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries8

Is Hopedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopedale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hopedale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopedale is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopedale is $108,000, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopedale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hopedale has a population of 893 with a density of 763 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

893
Total Population
763
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hopedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopedale is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Hopedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,196
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,413
County GDP$4,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare155
Retail190
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopedale is $108,000, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,022.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,000
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,022

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units469
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Hopedale, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep42.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death13,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities155
Hopedale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density763/sq mi
Coordinates40.3267°N, 80.8956°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density763/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants118
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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