Jersey, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Jersey is a small town in Ohio with a population of 356. Residents earn $124,223 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
356 Population 217/sq mi density
$124,223 Median Income $55,764 per capita
$301,400 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$124,223 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$301,400 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,223
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,400
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,223
Per Capita$55,764
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$11,123M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units190

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking10.8%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries11

Is Jersey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jersey receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Jersey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jersey is $124,223, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Jersey among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jersey is $301,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jersey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jersey has a population of 356 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

356
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jersey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jersey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jersey is $124,223, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Jersey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,223
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$75,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,996
County GDP$11,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants350
Healthcare302
Retail433
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,849
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jersey is $301,400, 7% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,400
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%
Housing Units190
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,849
67% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Jersey, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits73.7%
Premature Death8,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities302
Jersey has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall19.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates40.0587°N, 82.7206°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities302
Restaurants350
Retail Stores433

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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