South Solon, OH

Ohio

South Solon is a small town in Ohio with a population of 367. Residents earn $57,750 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
367 Population 1,529/sq mi density
$57,750 Median Income $27,001 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $314,484 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,529/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$27,001
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$2,262M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$314,484
Housing Units149
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking18.2%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries1

Is South Solon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Solon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. South Solon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Solon is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Solon is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Solon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Solon has a population of 367 with a density of 1,529 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

367
Total Population
1,529
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

South Solon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Solon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Solon is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: South Solon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,750
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,001
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$57,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,262M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare53
Retail145
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,644
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in South Solon is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,484.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$314,484
Median List Price$222,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$222,450
$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units149
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,644
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In South Solon, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death11,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities53
South Solon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Coordinates39.7373°N, 83.6126°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants78
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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