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Saybrook-on-the-Lake, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Saybrook-on-the-Lake is a small town in Ohio with a population of 996. Residents earn $55,179 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
996 Population 320/sq mi density
$55,179 Median Income $42,830 per capita
$160,800 Home Value
$995 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,179 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,800 home value, $995/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,179
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $995
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
34% lower than US avg

How Saybrook-on-the-Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population996
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,179
Per Capita$42,830
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$4,396M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,800
Rent$995
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,119
Rent Burden20.2%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.4%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation626 ft (191 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+20.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries10

Is Saybrook-on-the-Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saybrook-on-the-Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Saybrook-on-the-Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saybrook-on-the-Lake is $55,179, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saybrook-on-the-Lake is $160,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $995 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saybrook-on-the-Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Saybrook-on-the-Lake has a population of 996 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 5% Black.

Population

996
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saybrook-on-the-Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saybrook-on-the-Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saybrook-on-the-Lake is $55,179, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Saybrook-on-the-Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,179
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,830
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$55,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,250
County GDP$4,396M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare186
Retail297
Manufacturing150

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saybrook-on-the-Lake is $160,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $995 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,800
43% below US avg
Median List Price$314,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$314,900
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops13.6%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$995
14% below US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units1,119
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Saybrook-on-the-Lake, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saybrook-on-the-Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death10,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities186
Saybrook-on-the-Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation626 ft (191 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates41.8670°N, 80.8791°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+20.2%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants245
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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