Kalida, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Kalida is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,711. Residents earn $84,679 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,711 Population 1,018/sq mi density
$84,679 Median Income $41,421 per capita
$206,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,679 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,000 home value, $920/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,679
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $206,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,711
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,018/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,679
Per Capita$41,421
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$11,167M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,000
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation727 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Libraries7

Is Kalida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kalida receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kalida stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kalida is $84,679, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kalida is $206,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kalida experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kalida has a population of 1,711 with a density of 1,018 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

1,711
Total Population
1,018
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kalida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kalida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kalida is $84,679, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Kalida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,679
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$64,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,586
County GDP$11,167M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare265
Retail361
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kalida is $206,000, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,000
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Kalida, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities265

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Kalida has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation727 ft (222 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Coordinates40.9862°N, 84.1942°W
County FIPS39003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants216
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

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