Potsdam, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Potsdam is a small town in Ohio with a population of 325. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
325 Population 722/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $20,527 per capita
$116,700 Home Value
$1,307 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value, $1,307/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,307
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$20,527
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$40,097M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
Rent$1,307
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,007 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute31 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries27

Is Potsdam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potsdam receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Potsdam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Potsdam is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potsdam is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,307 per month. At just 1.9x 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%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Potsdam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Potsdam has a population of 325 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

325
Total Population
722
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Potsdam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potsdam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potsdam is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Potsdam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,182
IRS Avg AGI$67,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)13,276
County GDP$40,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,494
Manufacturing615

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Potsdam is $116,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,307 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,307
12% above US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate5.81%
In Potsdam, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,141/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,605

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Potsdam has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density722/sq mi
Coordinates39.9637°N, 84.4148°W
County FIPS39113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density722/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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