Mansfield, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Mansfield is a mid-size city in Ohio with a population of 47,686. Residents earn $42,605 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
47,686 Population 1,544/sq mi density
$42,605 Median Income $25,292 per capita
$110,600 Home Value $145,184 Zillow
$768 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
455 Violent Crime/100K 6,878 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$42,605 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,600 home value, $768/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
455 violent crimes/100K (20% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,605
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,600
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 455/100K
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $768
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population47,686
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,544/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,605
Per Capita$25,292
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$6,005M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,600
Rent$768
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,184

Crime

F
Violent455/100K
Property6,878/100K
Murder6.5/100K
Assault173/100K
Burglary1,953/100K

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation1,188 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
EV Stations10
Libraries11

Is Mansfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mansfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mansfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mansfield is $42,605, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mansfield is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 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.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 455 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,878 per 100,000, 251% above the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mansfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 49.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mansfield has a population of 47,686 with a density of 1,544 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 17.9% Black.

Population

47,686
Total Population
1,544
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
30.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mansfield is $42,605, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mansfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,605
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,292
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$60,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,896
County GDP$6,005M

Business (County)

Restaurants244
Healthcare355
Retail396
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,401
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mansfield is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,184
Median List Price$160,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$160,000
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold30
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops12.7%
Inventory71

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$768
34% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$877

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,401
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Mansfield, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities355
Mansfield has a violent crime rate of 455 per 100,000 residents, 20% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,878 per 100,000 (251% above US avg). The murder rate is 6.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent455.1/100K
20% above US avg
Murder6.5/100K
3% above US avg
Rape86.7/100K
Robbery188.5/100K
Assault173.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,878.3/100K
251% above US avg
Burglary1,952.5/100K
Theft4,609.4/100K
Vehicle Theft316.4/100K
Arson56.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mansfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall49.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.0 km²)
Population Density1,544/sq mi
Coordinates40.7667°N, 82.5308°W
County FIPS39139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,544/sq mi
Total Area30.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities355
Restaurants244
Retail Stores396

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home5.2%

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