Rutland, OH

Ohio

Rutland is a small town in Ohio with a population of 863. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
863 Population 992/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $20,049 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $113,532 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $742/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population863
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density992/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$20,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$507M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,532
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation590 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries4

Is Rutland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Rutland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutland is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rutland is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% 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

Rutland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rutland has a population of 863 with a density of 992 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

863
Total Population
992
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutland is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rutland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,049
Avg Weekly Wage$804
IRS Avg AGI$53,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)360
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare38
Retail64
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rutland is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,532

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Rutland, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD11.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death14,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access44.6%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Rutland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall17.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density992/sq mi
Coordinates39.0413°N, 82.1286°W
County FIPS39105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density992/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants24
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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