New Richmond, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

New Richmond is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,750. Residents earn $79,195 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,750 Population 779/sq mi density
$79,195 Median Income $29,710 per capita
$221,100 Home Value $299,872 Zillow
$834 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
76 Violent Crime/100K 3,514 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$79,195 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,100 home value, $834/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,195
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,100
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 76/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $834
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,750
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density779/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,195
Per Capita$29,710
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,100
Rent$834
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,872

Crime

F
Violent76/100K
Property3,514/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault76/100K
Burglary879/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is New Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. New Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Richmond is $79,195, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Richmond is $221,100, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $834 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Richmond is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,514 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Richmond has a population of 2,750 with a density of 779 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 7.6% Black.

Population

2,750
Total Population
779
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Richmond is $79,195, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,195
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$86,446

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,434
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare174
Retail237
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,718
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in New Richmond is $221,100, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $834 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,872.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,872
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops35.7%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$834
28% 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-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,718
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In New Richmond, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Richmond vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death8,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities174
New Richmond has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,514 per 100,000 (79% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent76.4/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault76.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,514.1/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary878.5/100K
Theft2,635.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson38.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Richmond has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density779/sq mi
Coordinates38.9738°N, 84.2815°W
County FIPS21037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density779/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities174
Restaurants246
Retail Stores237

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home10.4%

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