Summerfield, OH

Ohio

Summerfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 166. Residents earn $50,500 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
166 Population 449/sq mi density
$50,500 Median Income $26,296 per capita
$87,500 Home Value $168,827 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,500
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density449/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,500
Per Capita$26,296
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$580M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,827
Housing Units128
Rent Burden43.3%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking18.1%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,209 ft (369 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries1

Is Summerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Summerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerfield is $50,500, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerfield is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Summerfield has a population of 166 with a density of 449 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

166
Total Population
449
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerfield is $50,500, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Summerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,500
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,296
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerfield is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,827.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,827

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Summerfield, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Summerfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Summerfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,209 ft (369 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density449/sq mi
Coordinates39.7968°N, 81.3353°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density449/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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