Melrose, OH

Ohio

Melrose is a small town in Ohio with a population of 367. Residents earn $90,565 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 427/sq mi density
$90,565 Median Income $22,493 per capita
$111,300 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$90,565 median income, 18.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,565
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.4%
411% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans1.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,565
Per Capita$22,493
Unemployment18.4%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$790M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units169
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking19.8%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation717 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+76.6%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries6

Is Melrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melrose receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Melrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melrose is $90,565, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 18.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.6% 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 Melrose is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Melrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 24.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Melrose has a population of 367 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

367
Total Population
427
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Melrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Melrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melrose is $90,565, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Melrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,565
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,493
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$67,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.4%
411% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare25
Retail48
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Melrose is $111,300, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%
Housing Units169
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Melrose, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death7,074/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities25
Melrose has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall24.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation717 ft (219 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates41.0887°N, 84.4200°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+76.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density427/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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