Port William, OH

Ohio

Port William is a small town in Ohio with a population of 366. Residents earn $47,250 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
366 Population 3,327/sq mi density
$47,250 Median Income $17,531 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,250 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,250
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density3,327/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,250
Per Capita$17,531
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty38.6%
County GDP$3,130M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries5

Is Port William a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port William receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Port William offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port William is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port William is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port William experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Port William has a population of 366 with a density of 3,327 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

366
Total Population
3,327
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Port William vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Port William vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port William is $47,250, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Port William vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,250
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,531
Avg Weekly Wage$1,211
IRS Avg AGI$68,873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$3,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare74
Retail127
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Port William is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Rate6.09%
In Port William, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port William vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death12,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Port William has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,327/sq mi
Coordinates39.5519°N, 83.7857°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,327/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants70
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home3.3%

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