Valley Hi, OH

Ohio

Valley Hi is a small town in Ohio with a population of 157. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
157 Population 253/sq mi density
$56,458 Median Income $33,582 per capita
$167,200 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,200 home value, $960/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,458
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,200
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population157
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans20.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,458
Per Capita$33,582
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,200
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.1%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries8

Is Valley Hi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Hi receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Valley Hi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Hi is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Hi is $167,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Hi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Valley Hi has a population of 157 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

157
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Hi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Hi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Hi is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Valley Hi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,458
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,582
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$64,376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,030
County GDP$2,767M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare82
Retail150
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Hi is $167,200, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,200
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.1%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Valley Hi, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities82
Valley Hi has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates40.3162°N, 83.6760°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants103
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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