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Roswell, OH

Ohio

Roswell is a small town in Ohio with a population of 251. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 896/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $23,064 per capita
$86,700 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,700 home value, $762/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$23,064
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,700
Rent$762
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking19.5%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,013 ft (309 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries12

Is Roswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roswell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Roswell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roswell is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roswell is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Roswell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Roswell has a population of 251 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

251
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Roswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roswell is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Roswell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,064
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$69,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,444
County GDP$5,338M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare199
Retail304
Manufacturing206

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Roswell is $86,700, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,700
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
In Roswell, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities199
Roswell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,013 ft (309 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates40.4759°N, 81.3479°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants201
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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