Richmond, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Richmond is a small town in Ohio with a population of 534. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
534 Population 971/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $33,966 per capita
$119,100 Home Value $161,567 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,100 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,100
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population534
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$33,966
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$4,365M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,100
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,567
Rent Burden15.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,246 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries8

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richmond is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richmond is $119,100, 58% 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 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Richmond has a population of 534 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

534
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,966
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,413
County GDP$4,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare155
Retail190
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Richmond is $119,100, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,567.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,100
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,567

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,537
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Richmond, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death13,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Richmond has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates40.4329°N, 80.7719°W
County FIPS39081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants118
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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