Vaughnsville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Vaughnsville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 166. Residents earn $60,208 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
166 Population 976/sq mi density
$60,208 Median Income $48,213 per capita
$104,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,208
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age65.7 yrs
Density976/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,208
Per Capita$48,213
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$11,167M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking12.8%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation763 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries7

Is Vaughnsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vaughnsville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Vaughnsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vaughnsville is $60,208, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vaughnsville is $104,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vaughnsville 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 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vaughnsville has a population of 166 with a density of 976 people per square mile. The median age is 65.7 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

166
Total Population
976
People / sq mi
65.7yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Vaughnsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vaughnsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vaughnsville is $60,208, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Vaughnsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,208
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,213
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$64,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,586
County GDP$11,167M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare265
Retail361
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vaughnsville is $104,000, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,000
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,999
43% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Vaughnsville, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death10,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities265
Vaughnsville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation763 ft (233 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density976/sq mi
Coordinates40.8802°N, 84.1453°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density976/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants216
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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