Pettisville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Pettisville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 488. Residents earn $97,273 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
488 Population 514/sq mi density
$97,273 Median Income $31,232 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$97,273 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,273
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population488
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,273
Per Capita$31,232
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$2,612M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation752 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute12 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries6

Is Pettisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pettisville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Pettisville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pettisville is $97,273, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pettisville is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pettisville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pettisville has a population of 488 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%).

Population

488
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pettisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pettisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pettisville is $97,273, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Pettisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,273
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$67,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,612M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare91
Retail142
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pettisville is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Pettisville, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,021/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities91

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Pettisville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation752 ft (229 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates41.5329°N, 84.2244°W
County FIPS39051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants79
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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