Valleyview, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Valleyview is a small town in Ohio with a population of 785. Residents earn $59,750 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
785 Population 5,607/sq mi density
$59,750 Median Income $29,968 per capita
$152,700 Home Value $196,965 Zillow
$1,347 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$59,750 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,700 home value, $1,347/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,750
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,700
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,347
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density5,607/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$59,750
Per Capita$29,968
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$141,972M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,700
Rent$1,347
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,965
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation785 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+70.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 64%
Commute24 min
Broadband94.5%
Libraries36

Is Valleyview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valleyview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Valleyview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valleyview is $59,750, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valleyview is $152,700, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,347 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Valleyview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Valleyview has a population of 785 with a density of 5,607 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

785
Total Population
5,607
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Valleyview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valleyview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valleyview is $59,750, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Valleyview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,750
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$80,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)40,020
County GDP$141,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,254
Healthcare4,259
Retail3,638
Manufacturing782

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,150
133% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Valleyview is $152,700, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,347 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,700
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,965
Median List Price$186,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$186,000
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,347
16% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,150
133% above US avg
Effective Rate5.34%
In Valleyview, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,722/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access94.8%
Healthcare Facilities4,259

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)118

Safety Score

Valleyview has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density5,607/sq mi
Coordinates39.9639°N, 83.0723°W
County FIPS39049
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.3%
D 63.7%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+70.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,607/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Public Libraries36
Healthcare Facilities4,259
Restaurants3,254
Retail Stores3,638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)118

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home13.5%

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