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Ostrander, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Ostrander is a small town in Ohio with a population of 993. Residents earn $144,821 per year, which is 93% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
993 Population 1,056/sq mi density
$144,821 Median Income $46,904 per capita
$438,400 Home Value $488,172 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$144,821 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$438,400 home value, $1,000/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $144,821
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $438,400
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.5%
41% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population993
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,056/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,821
Per Capita$46,904
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$6,200M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$438,400
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$488,172
Housing Units298
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation937 ft (286 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.5%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries3

Is Ostrander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ostrander receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ostrander stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ostrander is $144,821, which is significantly higher than the national average — 93% above $75,149. This places Ostrander among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ostrander is $438,400, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ostrander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ostrander has a population of 993 with a density of 1,056 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

993
Total Population
1,056
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ostrander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ostrander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ostrander is $144,821, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Ostrander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,821
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,904
Avg Weekly Wage$1,424
IRS Avg AGI$106,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,580
County GDP$6,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare91
Retail132
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,685
120% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ostrander is $438,400, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $488,172.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$438,400
56% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$488,172

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%
Housing Units298
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,685
120% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Ostrander, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,756
Dentists1:2,909
Mental Health1:749
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits71.2%
Premature Death5,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities91
Ostrander has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation937 ft (286 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,056/sq mi
Coordinates40.2690°N, 83.2074°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.5%
41% above US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,056/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants95
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.0%

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