Northfield, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Northfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,525. Residents earn $69,444 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,525 Population 3,357/sq mi density
$69,444 Median Income $32,145 per capita
$168,300 Home Value $289,617 Zillow
$855 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
219 Violent Crime/100K 1,396 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$69,444 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,300 home value, $855/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
219 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,444
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,300
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 219/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,525
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density3,357/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,444
Per Capita$32,145
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$40,349M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,300
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,617

Crime

F
Violent219/100K
Property1,396/100K
Murder27.4/100K
Assault192/100K
Burglary137/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,049 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries30

Is Northfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Northfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northfield is $69,444, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northfield is $168,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Northfield is below the national average at 219 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,396 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Northfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Northfield has a population of 3,525 with a density of 3,357 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 11.5% Black.

Population

3,525
Total Population
3,357
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Northfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northfield is $69,444, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Northfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,444
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,145
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$77,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,834
County GDP$40,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,276
Healthcare1,595
Retail1,604
Manufacturing730

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Northfield is $168,300, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,617.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,300
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,617
Median List Price$212,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$212,500
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Northfield, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death9,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access95.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,595
Northfield has a violent crime rate of 219 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,396 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 27.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent219.0/100K
42% below US avg
Murder27.4/100K
334% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault191.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,396.1/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary136.9/100K
Theft1,231.9/100K
Vehicle Theft27.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Northfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density3,357/sq mi
Coordinates41.3389°N, 81.5268°W
County FIPS39153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.1%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,357/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities1,595
Restaurants1,276
Retail Stores1,604

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

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