South Russell, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

South Russell is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,972. Residents earn $166,481 per year, which is 122% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,972 Population 1,043/sq mi density
$166,481 Median Income $78,860 per capita
$414,700 Home Value
$2,176 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$166,481 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$414,700 home value, $2,176/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $166,481
122% higher than US avg
Home Value $414,700
47% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.1%
108% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,176
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,972
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density1,043/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$166,481
Per Capita$78,860
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$6,128M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$414,700
Rent$2,176
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property337/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary52/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.1%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Libraries10

Is South Russell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Russell receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. South Russell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Russell is $166,481, which is significantly higher than the national average — 122% above $75,149. This places South Russell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Russell is $414,700, 47% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,176 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

South Russell 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 337 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

South Russell is a highly educated community — 70.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Russell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Russell has a population of 3,972 with a density of 1,043 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

3,972
Total Population
1,043
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

South Russell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Russell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Russell is $166,481, which is 122% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: South Russell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$166,481
122% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,860
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$121,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,221
County GDP$6,128M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare294
Retail325
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Russell is $414,700, 47% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,176 (87% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$414,700
47% above US avg
Median List Price$765,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$765,000
$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,176
87% 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-Occupied98.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In South Russell, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities294
South Russell has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 337 per 100,000 (83% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: South Russell 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 Property337.4/100K
83% below US avg
Burglary51.9/100K
Theft285.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
South Russell has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Coordinates41.4338°N, 81.3280°W
County FIPS39055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 70.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (108% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.1%
108% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants180
Retail Stores325

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home16.8%

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