Sardinia, OH

Ohio

Sardinia is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,469. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,469 Population 839/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $17,255 per capita
$92,000 Home Value $286,684 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.6%
155% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,469
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density839/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$17,255
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty31.6%
County GDP$1,887M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,684

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation961 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute31 min
Libraries5

Is Sardinia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sardinia receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sardinia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sardinia is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 31.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sardinia is $92,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sardinia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sardinia has a population of 1,469 with a density of 839 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,469
Total Population
839
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sardinia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sardinia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sardinia is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sardinia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,255
Avg Weekly Wage$862
IRS Avg AGI$54,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.6%
155% above US avg
Establishments (County)853
County GDP$1,887M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare98
Retail141
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sardinia is $92,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,000
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,684
Median List Price$249,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,450
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Sardinia, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death11,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Sardinia 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 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density839/sq mi
Coordinates39.0071°N, 83.8021°W
County FIPS39071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density839/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants63
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home10.4%

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