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Waldo, OH

Ohio

Waldo is a small town in Ohio with a population of 375. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
375 Population 577/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $28,950 per capita
$149,100 Home Value $272,939 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,100 home value, $950/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$28,950
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$3,596M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,100
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,939
Housing Units168
Rent Burden15.6%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking14.1%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation956 ft (291 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband94.8%
Libraries1

Is Waldo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldo receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Waldo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldo is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waldo is $149,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waldo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waldo has a population of 375 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%).

Population

375
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waldo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldo is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Waldo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$56,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,250
County GDP$3,596M

Business (County)

Restaurants112
Healthcare144
Retail164
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,762
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Waldo is $149,100, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,939.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,100
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,939

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.0%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,762
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Waldo, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death11,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access80.9%
Healthcare Facilities144
Waldo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates40.4598°N, 83.0848°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.4-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 41.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants112
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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