Median Income
$55,588
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How Ohio City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population820
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,547/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,588
Per Capita$22,834
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,300
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,261
Rent Burden13.8%
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation822 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries7
Is Ohio City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ohio City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 below-average incomes. Ohio City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ohio City is $55,588, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ohio City is $90,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ohio City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ohio City has a population of 820 with a density of 1,547 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%).
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ohio City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ohio City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ohio City is $55,588, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Ohio City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,588 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,834 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $950 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,126 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 658 |
| County GDP | $1,726M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 55 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 84 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,981 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Ohio City is $90,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,261.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,300 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,261 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $863 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,981 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.30% |
In Ohio City, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ohio City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,043/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
Crime Rates: Ohio City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Ohio City has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.4 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 822 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7703°N, 84.6162°W |
| County FIPS | 39161 |