Republic, OH

Ohio

Republic is a small town in Ohio with a population of 519. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
519 Population 603/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $33,976 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $215,391 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $825/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density603/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$33,976
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,753M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,391
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation872 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries6

Is Republic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Republic receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Republic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Republic is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Republic is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Republic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 29.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Republic has a population of 519 with a density of 603 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

519
Total Population
603
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Republic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Republic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Republic is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Republic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,976
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,256
County GDP$2,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants111
Healthcare126
Retail147
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Republic is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Republic, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death9,987/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Republic has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall29.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density603/sq mi
Coordinates41.1250°N, 83.0167°W
County FIPS39147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.5-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density603/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants111
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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