Roachester, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Roachester is a small town in Ohio with a population of 369. Residents earn $65,682 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
369 Population 282/sq mi density
$65,682 Median Income $30,784 per capita
$164,000 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 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
$65,682 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,000 home value, $738/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,682
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,000
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population369
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans16.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,682
Per Capita$30,784
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$18,762M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units174
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+78.0%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.7%
Libraries7

Is Roachester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roachester 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. Roachester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roachester is $65,682, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% 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 Roachester is $164,000, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Roachester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Roachester has a population of 369 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

369
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Roachester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roachester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roachester is $65,682, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Roachester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,682
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,338
IRS Avg AGI$108,185

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,527
County GDP$18,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants439
Healthcare551
Retail520
Manufacturing217

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Roachester is $164,000, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,000
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.7%
Housing Units174
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Roachester, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities551
Roachester has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates39.3539°N, 84.0989°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39165
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 75.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+78.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities551
Restaurants439
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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