Rossford, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Rossford is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,315. Residents earn $68,381 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,315 Population 1,221/sq mi density
$68,381 Median Income $41,536 per capita
$173,500 Home Value $187,428 Zillow
$880 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
31 Violent Crime/100K 1,529 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$68,381 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,500 home value, $880/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
31 violent crimes/100K (92% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,381
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,500
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 31/100K
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,315
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,221/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,381
Per Capita$41,536
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$33,400M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,500
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,428

Crime

F
Violent31/100K
Property1,529/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault15/100K
Burglary245/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation628 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries21

Is Rossford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rossford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Rossford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rossford is $68,381, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rossford is $173,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 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.

Safety & Crime

Rossford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 31 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,529 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rossford 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 35.0 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rossford has a population of 6,315 with a density of 1,221 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

6,315
Total Population
1,221
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Rossford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rossford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rossford is $68,381, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Rossford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,381
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,536
Avg Weekly Wage$1,197
IRS Avg AGI$68,008

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$33,400M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,092
Healthcare1,399
Retail1,333
Manufacturing402

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,858
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rossford is $173,500, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,428.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,500
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,428
Median List Price$189,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,000
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% 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-Occupied62.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,858
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.95%
In Rossford, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death11,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access93.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,399
Rossford has a violent crime rate of 31 per 100,000 residents, 92% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,529 per 100,000 (22% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent30.6/100K
92% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape15.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault15.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,529.3/100K
22% below US avg
Burglary244.7/100K
Theft1,254.0/100K
Vehicle Theft30.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rossford 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 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Coordinates41.5776°N, 83.5722°W
County FIPS39095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.3%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,399
Restaurants1,092
Retail Stores1,333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

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