Shawnee, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Shawnee is a small town in Ohio with a population of 295. Residents earn $50,750 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
295 Population 46/sq mi density
$50,750 Median Income $28,410 per capita
$71,700 Home Value
$633 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$50,750 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,700 home value, $633/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,750
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,700
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,750
Per Capita$28,410
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,700
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units323

Health

Obesity30.9%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking19.4%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation723 ft (220 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries6

Is Shawnee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shawnee receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Shawnee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shawnee is $50,750, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shawnee is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shawnee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Shawnee has a population of 295 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

295
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shawnee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Shawnee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shawnee is $50,750, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Shawnee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,750
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,410
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$78,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shawnee is $71,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,700
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% 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-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Shawnee, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits74.3%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139
Shawnee has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates39.1397°N, 84.7778°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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