Sinking Spring, OH

Ohio

Sinking Spring is a small town in Ohio with a population of 426. Residents earn $105,368 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
426 Population 906/sq mi density
$105,368 Median Income $23,144 per capita
$129,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$105,368 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,400 home value
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,368
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $129,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.4%
99% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population426
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density906/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$105,368
Per Capita$23,144
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,887M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation878 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.4%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries5

Is Sinking Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sinking Spring receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Sinking Spring offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sinking Spring is $105,368, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Sinking Spring among higher-income communities. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sinking Spring is $129,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sinking Spring experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sinking Spring has a population of 426 with a density of 906 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

426
Total Population
906
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinking Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sinking Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinking Spring is $105,368, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sinking Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,368
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,144
Avg Weekly Wage$862
IRS Avg AGI$54,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below 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 Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sinking Spring is $129,400, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,400
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Sinking Spring, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sinking Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,714/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Sinking Spring has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density906/sq mi
Coordinates39.0747°N, 83.3871°W
County FIPS39071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.4%
99% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density906/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants63
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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