Choose Country

Senecaville, OH

Ohio

Senecaville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 367. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 765/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $27,715 per capita
$107,300 Home Value $151,551 Zillow
$636 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,300 home value, $636/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$27,715
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$580M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,300
Rent$636
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,551
Housing Units246
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.7%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation812 ft (247 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.6%
Libraries1

Is Senecaville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Senecaville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Senecaville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Senecaville is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% 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 Senecaville is $107,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Senecaville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Senecaville has a population of 367 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

367
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Senecaville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Senecaville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Senecaville is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Senecaville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,715
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Senecaville is $107,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,551

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units246
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Senecaville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Senecaville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation812 ft (247 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates39.9348°N, 81.4595°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Byesville, OH 2,220 pop · 5.3 mi Cambridge, OH 10,046 pop · 9.0 mi Caldwell, OH 1,872 pop · 13.3 mi New Concord, OH 2,623 pop · 15.3 mi Barnesville, OH 3,602 pop · 15.7 mi Bethesda, OH 1,230 pop · 21.3 mi Woodsfield, OH 2,415 pop · 21.7 mi Duncan Falls, OH 1,458 pop · 24.3 mi Newcomerstown, OH 3,585 pop · 24.6 mi Flushing, OH 1,004 pop · 25.6 mi Pleasant Grove, OH 1,384 pop · 26.4 mi McConnelsville, OH 2,158 pop · 27.7 mi West Lafayette, OH 2,759 pop · 28.2 mi Beverly, OH 1,584 pop · 28.2 mi
Compare Senecaville with another city: