Jerry City, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Jerry City is a small town in Ohio with a population of 544. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
544 Population 539/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $24,533 per capita
$147,500 Home Value
$844 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,500 home value, $844/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population544
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density539/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$24,533
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,500
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation694 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries12

Is Jerry City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jerry City is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerry City is $147,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 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

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerry City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jerry City has a population of 544 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

544
Total Population
539
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerry City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jerry City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerry City is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jerry City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,533
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$81,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% 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
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerry City is $147,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,500
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Jerry City, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jerry City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Jerry City 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 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density539/sq mi
Coordinates41.2537°N, 83.6023°W
County FIPS39173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 86.0% 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+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density539/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants337
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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