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Oceola, OH

Ohio

Oceola is a small town in Ohio with a population of 147.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
147 Population 294/sq mi density
$111,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$62,555
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$111,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking15.3%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3

Is Oceola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oceola receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Oceola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Oceola is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oceola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oceola has a population of 147 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

147
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.8%
Female 78.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oceola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oceola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oceola is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oceola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$62,555
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$64,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)589
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare41
Retail64
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oceola is $111,700, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Oceola, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death8,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access35.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Oceola has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates40.8441°N, 83.0948°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants46
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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