Rushville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Rushville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 333. Residents earn $71,292 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
333 Population 1,388/sq mi density
$71,292 Median Income $32,808 per capita
$183,400 Home Value $224,782 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,292 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,400 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,292
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,388/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,292
Per Capita$32,808
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$937M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,400
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,782
Housing Units130
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking17.4%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries8

Is Rushville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rushville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Rushville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rushville is $71,292, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rushville is $183,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rushville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rushville has a population of 333 with a density of 1,388 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

333
Total Population
1,388
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64%
Female 36%

Race & Ethnicity

Rushville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rushville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rushville is $71,292, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rushville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,292
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,808
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$937M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rushville is $183,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,782.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,782

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% 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-Occupied88.8%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Rushville, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits55.4%
Premature Death11,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities69
Rushville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Coordinates39.7644°N, 82.4303°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

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