Richwood, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Richwood is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,303. Residents earn $52,422 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,303 Population 1,857/sq mi density
$52,422 Median Income $35,947 per capita
$161,500 Home Value $245,045 Zillow
$876 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
45 Violent Crime/100K 2,729 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,422 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,500 home value, $876/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,422
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,500
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $876
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,303
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,857/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,422
Per Capita$35,947
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$6,200M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,500
Rent$876
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,045

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property2,729/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary268/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation946 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Richwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richwood receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Richwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richwood is $52,422, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richwood is $161,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Richwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,729 per 100,000, 39% above the national average.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Richwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Richwood has a population of 2,303 with a density of 1,857 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,303
Total Population
1,857
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Richwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richwood is $52,422, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Richwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,422
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,947
Avg Weekly Wage$1,424
IRS Avg AGI$106,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,580
County GDP$6,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare91
Retail132
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,685
120% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Richwood is $161,500, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $876 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,045.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,500
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,045
Median List Price$159,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$159,900
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio90.3%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$876
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,685
120% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In Richwood, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death5,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities91
Richwood has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,729 per 100,000 (39% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.7/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,729.3/100K
39% above US avg
Burglary268.5/100K
Theft2,460.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Richwood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,857/sq mi
Coordinates40.4274°N, 83.2944°W
County FIPS39159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,857/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants95
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home5.7%

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