New Washington, OH

Ohio

New Washington is a small town in Ohio with a population of 877. Residents earn $62,292 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
877 Population 654/sq mi density
$62,292 Median Income $38,482 per capita
$110,000 Home Value $166,469 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
426 Violent Crime/100K 2,132 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,292 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $910/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
426 violent crimes/100K (12% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,292
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 426/100K
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population877
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density654/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,292
Per Capita$38,482
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,760M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,469
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

F
Violent426/100K
Property2,132/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault426/100K
Burglary853/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation989 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is New Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Washington is $62,292, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Washington is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 426 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,132 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Washington has a population of 877 with a density of 654 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

877
Total Population
654
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Washington is $62,292, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: New Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,292
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,482
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$55,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)948
County GDP$1,760M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare82
Retail117
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Washington is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,469.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,469
Median List Price$184,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$184,500
$/Sq Ft$22
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio74.8%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In New Washington, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities82
New Washington has a violent crime rate of 426 per 100,000 residents, 12% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,132 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent426.4/100K
12% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault426.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,132.2/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary852.9/100K
Theft1,279.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson106.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Washington 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 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation989 ft (301 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density654/sq mi
Coordinates40.9604°N, 82.8546°W
County FIPS39033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density654/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants87
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.9%

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