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Kelleys Island, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Kelleys Island is a small town in Ohio with a population of 198. Residents earn $91,875 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
198 Population 46/sq mi density
$91,875 Median Income $75,033 per capita
$333,300 Home Value $396,465 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$91,875 median income, 11.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$333,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,875
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $333,300
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age64.6 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$91,875
Per Capita$75,033
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$333,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,465
Housing Units983
Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.1%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+14.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is Kelleys Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kelleys Island receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kelleys Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kelleys Island is $91,875, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kelleys Island is $333,300, 18% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kelleys Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°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 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kelleys Island has a population of 198 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

198
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
64.6yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kelleys Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kelleys Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kelleys Island is $91,875, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kelleys Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,875
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$75,033
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.7%
225% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelleys Island is $333,300, 18% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,465.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,300
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$396,465

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%
Housing Units983
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Kelleys Island, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kelleys Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Kelleys Island has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates41.6026°N, 82.7065°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+14.4%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

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