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Spring Valley, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Spring Valley is a small town in Ohio with a population of 598. Residents earn $66,696 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
598 Population 2,215/sq mi density
$66,696 Median Income $26,593 per capita
$135,600 Home Value $455,788 Zillow
$1,163 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,696 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,600 home value, $1,163/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,696
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,163
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density2,215/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,696
Per Capita$26,593
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$18,762M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,600
Rent$1,163
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$455,788
Housing Units207
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.8%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation804 ft (245 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries7

Is Spring Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Spring Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Valley is $66,696, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.3% 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 Spring Valley is $135,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Spring Valley has a population of 598 with a density of 2,215 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

598
Total Population
2,215
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Valley is $66,696, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Spring Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,696
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,593
Avg Weekly Wage$1,338
IRS Avg AGI$108,185

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,527
County GDP$18,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants439
Healthcare551
Retail520
Manufacturing217

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Valley is $135,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,163 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $455,788.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,600
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$455,788

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,163
0% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Rate5.11%
In Spring Valley, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities551
Spring Valley 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 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation804 ft (245 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,215/sq mi
Coordinates39.6111°N, 84.0079°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39165
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,215/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities551
Restaurants439
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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