South Vienna, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

South Vienna is a small town in Ohio with a population of 516. Residents earn $70,833 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
516 Population 794/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $33,405 per capita
$141,400 Home Value $295,112 Zillow
$874 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,833 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,400 home value, $874/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,400
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $874
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population516
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density794/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,833
Per Capita$33,405
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$6,091M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,400
Rent$874
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,112
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Elevation1,192 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute34 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries7

Is South Vienna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Vienna receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. South Vienna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Vienna is $70,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Vienna is $141,400, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $874 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Vienna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Vienna has a population of 516 with a density of 794 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

516
Total Population
794
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

South Vienna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Vienna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Vienna is $70,833, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: South Vienna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,833
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,001
IRS Avg AGI$59,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,614
County GDP$6,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants239
Healthcare282
Retail350
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in South Vienna is $141,400, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $874 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,112.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,400
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,112

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$874
25% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In South Vienna, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death12,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities282

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

South Vienna 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,192 ft (363 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates39.9293°N, 83.6139°W
County FIPS39023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density794/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants239
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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