Valley View, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Valley View is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,934. Residents earn $100,179 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,934 Population 356/sq mi density
$100,179 Median Income $52,514 per capita
$277,500 Home Value $333,950 Zillow
$980 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$100,179 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$277,500 home value, $980/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,179
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $277,500
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,934
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,179
Per Capita$52,514
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$135,914M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,500
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,950

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation618 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute24 min
Libraries68

Is Valley View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley View receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Valley View stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley View is $100,179, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Valley View among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley View is $277,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley View 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.

Valley View has a population of 1,934 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

1,934
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley View is $100,179, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Valley View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,179
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,514
Avg Weekly Wage$1,445
IRS Avg AGI$80,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% 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 Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley View is $277,500, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,950.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,500
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Valley View, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,799

Crime Rates: Valley View vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Safety Score

Valley View has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates41.3815°N, 81.6083°W
County FIPS39035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries68
Healthcare Facilities3,799
Restaurants3,107
Retail Stores3,902

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

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