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Old Washington, OH

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Old Washington is a small town in Ohio with a population of 267. Residents earn $100,208 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
267 Population 399/sq mi density
$100,208 Median Income $58,587 per capita
$145,800 Home Value
$1,272 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$100,208 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $1,272/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,208
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,272
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,208
Per Capita$58,587
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$3,691M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$1,272
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden14.3%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.3%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3

Is Old Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Old Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Washington is $100,208, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Old Washington among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Washington is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,272 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°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 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Old Washington has a population of 267 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 6.4% Black.

Population

267
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Washington is $100,208, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Old Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,208
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,587
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)976
County GDP$3,691M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail131
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,753
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Washington is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,272 (9% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,272
9% above US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.2%
Housing Units200
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,753
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Old Washington, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death12,334/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access55.3%
Healthcare Facilities112
Old Washington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates40.0376°N, 81.4442°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home2.0%

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