Russellville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Russellville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 706. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
706 Population 967/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $27,055 per capita
$109,200 Home Value $226,486 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $781/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.2%
160% higher than US avg

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

People

Population706
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density967/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$27,055
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty32.2%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,486
Rent Burden40.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation969 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+80.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries7

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Russellville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 32.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $109,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Russellville has a population of 706 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%).

Population

706
Total Population
967
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,055
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.2%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $109,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,486.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,486

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Russellville, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Russellville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density967/sq mi
Coordinates38.8673°N, 83.7878°W
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density967/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.4%

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