South Bloomfield, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

South Bloomfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,808. Residents earn $83,092 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,808 Population 702/sq mi density
$83,092 Median Income $33,168 per capita
$205,200 Home Value $346,345 Zillow
$1,263 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,092 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,200 home value, $1,263/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,092
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $205,200
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,263
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,808
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density702/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,092
Per Capita$33,168
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$6,849M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,200
Rent$1,263
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,345

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,407/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary281/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation682 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute31 min
Libraries9

Is South Bloomfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Bloomfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. South Bloomfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Bloomfield is $83,092, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Bloomfield is $205,200, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,263 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

South Bloomfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,407 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Bloomfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Bloomfield has a population of 2,808 with a density of 702 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

2,808
Total Population
702
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

South Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Bloomfield is $83,092, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: South Bloomfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,092
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,168
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$76,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,510
County GDP$6,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare403
Retail349
Manufacturing103

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in South Bloomfield is $205,200, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,263 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,345.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,200
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,345
Median List Price$380,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,366
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops43.3%
Inventory30

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,263
9% above 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-Occupied78.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In South Bloomfield, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Bloomfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities403
South Bloomfield has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,407 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: South Bloomfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,406.9/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary281.4/100K
Theft956.7/100K
Vehicle Theft168.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
South Bloomfield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density702/sq mi
Coordinates39.7170°N, 82.9933°W
County FIPS39045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density702/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities403
Restaurants273
Retail Stores349

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home12.3%

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