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Huntsville, OH

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Huntsville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 450. Residents earn $64,250 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
450 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$64,250 Median Income $35,553 per capita
$141,700 Home Value $322,829 Zillow
$842 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,700 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,250
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population450
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,250
Per Capita$35,553
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,700
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,829
Housing Units209
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.9%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries8

Is Huntsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntsville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Huntsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntsville is $64,250, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 15.1% 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 Huntsville is $141,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 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

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Huntsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°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 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Huntsville has a population of 450 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

450
Total Population
1,500
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntsville is $64,250, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Huntsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,250
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,553
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$64,376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,030
County GDP$2,767M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare82
Retail150
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntsville is $141,700, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,829.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,700
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,829
Median List Price$199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,000
$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.6%
Housing Units209
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Huntsville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,558
Dentists1:2,708
Mental Health1:853
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities82
Huntsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates40.4423°N, 83.8045°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants103
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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