Ontario, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Ontario is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,649. Residents earn $65,905 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
6,649 Population 600/sq mi density
$65,905 Median Income $32,389 per capita
$163,300 Home Value $230,941 Zillow
$1,059 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
33 Violent Crime/100K 9,703 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,905 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,300 home value, $1,059/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
33 violent crimes/100K (91% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,905
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,300
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 33/100K
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,059
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,649
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,905
Per Capita$32,389
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$6,005M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,300
Rent$1,059
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,941

Crime

F
Violent33/100K
Property9,703/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary212/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation1,363 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is Ontario a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ontario 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, a low poverty rate. Ontario offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ontario is $65,905, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ontario is $163,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,059 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ontario is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,703 per 100,000, 395% above the national average.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ontario has a population of 6,649 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

6,649
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Ontario vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ontario vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ontario is $65,905, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ontario vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,905
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,389
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$60,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,896
County GDP$6,005M

Business (County)

Restaurants244
Healthcare355
Retail396
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,401
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ontario is $163,300, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,059 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,941.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,300
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,941
Median List Price$324,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,925
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops5.6%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,059
9% 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-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,401
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Ontario, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death11,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities355
Ontario has a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents, 91% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,703 per 100,000 (395% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent32.6/100K
91% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape16.3/100K
Robbery16.3/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property9,703.2/100K
395% above US avg
Burglary212.0/100K
Theft9,377.0/100K
Vehicle Theft114.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ontario has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates40.7682°N, 82.6148°W
County FIPS39139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities355
Restaurants244
Retail Stores396

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

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