Ohio · Metropolitan Area
University Heights is a small city in Ohio with a population of 13,508. Residents earn $98,474 per year, which is 31% above the national average.
Based on current data, University Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. University Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in University Heights is $98,474, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places University Heights among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in University Heights is $224,900, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,445 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in University Heights is below the national average at 217 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,818 per 100,000, near the national average.
University Heights is a highly educated community — 66.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
University Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 92.1% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.9% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $98,474 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,820 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,445 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,817 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 39,269 |
| County GDP | $135,914M |
| Restaurants | 3,107 |
| Healthcare | 3,799 |
| Retail | 3,902 |
| Manufacturing | 1,516 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.77% |
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Work from Home | 22.4% |
| Census Median | $224,900 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $271,875 |
| Median List Price | $335,000 |
| Median List Price | $335,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $143 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.3% |
| Price Drops | 10.7% |
| Inventory | 28 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,445 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,665 |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.77% |
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.1% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,171/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,799 |
| Total Violent | 217.0/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 15.0/100K |
| Robbery | 104.8/100K |
| Assault | 97.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,818.5/100K |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 276.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,489.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 52.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 82 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 63.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,044 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,381/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4948°N, 81.5349°W |
| County FIPS | 39035 |
Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 66.2% |
| 96% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,381/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 68 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,799 |
| Restaurants | 3,107 |
| Retail Stores | 3,902 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 82 |
| Avg Commute | 19.0 min |
| Work from Home | 22.4% |