Ridgeway, OH

Ohio

Ridgeway is a small town in Ohio with a population of 251. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 440/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $33,242 per capita
$126,700 Home Value $236,550 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,700 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,700
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$33,242
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,700
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,550
Housing Units141
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking17.8%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries7

Is Ridgeway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridgeway receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ridgeway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridgeway is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridgeway is $126,700, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridgeway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ridgeway has a population of 251 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

251
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridgeway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ridgeway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridgeway is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Ridgeway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,242
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridgeway is $126,700, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,550.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,700
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Ridgeway, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Ridgeway 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 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates40.5122°N, 83.5691°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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