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Somerville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Somerville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 321.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
321 Population 1,235/sq mi density
$111,100 Home Value $345,197 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $111,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population321
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,235/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,968
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$29,842M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$111,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,197
Housing Units72
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking18.2%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries10

Is Somerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Somerville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Somerville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Somerville is $111,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Somerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Somerville has a population of 321 with a density of 1,235 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

321
Total Population
1,235
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Somerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Somerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Somerville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Somerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$78,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,186
County GDP$29,842M

Business (County)

Restaurants757
Healthcare823
Retail1,071
Manufacturing386

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,354
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Somerville is $111,100, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,197.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,100
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,197

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,354
53% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Somerville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death9,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access86.9%
Healthcare Facilities823
Somerville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Coordinates39.5638°N, 84.6393°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities823
Restaurants757
Retail Stores1,071

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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