Timberlake, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Timberlake is a small town in Ohio with a population of 629. Residents earn $78,214 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
629 Population 2,995/sq mi density
$78,214 Median Income $56,024 per capita
$216,300 Home Value $252,212 Zillow
$1,112 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$78,214 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,300 home value, $1,112/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,214
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $216,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,112
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population629
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density2,995/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,214
Per Capita$56,024
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$135,914M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,300
Rent$1,112
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,212
Housing Units285
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.7%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries68

Is Timberlake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Timberlake receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Timberlake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Timberlake is $78,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Timberlake is $216,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,112 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Timberlake 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Timberlake has a population of 629 with a density of 2,995 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

629
Total Population
2,995
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Timberlake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Timberlake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Timberlake is $78,214, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Timberlake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,214
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,445
IRS Avg AGI$80,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,269
County GDP$135,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,107
Healthcare3,799
Retail3,902
Manufacturing1,516

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Timberlake is $216,300, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,212.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,300
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,212

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,112
4% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units285
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Timberlake, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,799
Timberlake 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 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,995/sq mi
Coordinates41.6655°N, 81.4428°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,995/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries68
Healthcare Facilities3,799
Restaurants3,107
Retail Stores3,902

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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