West Farmington, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

West Farmington is a small town in Ohio with a population of 496. Residents earn $58,250 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
496 Population 551/sq mi density
$58,250 Median Income $25,057 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $252,505 Zillow
$893 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $893/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,250
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population496
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density551/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,250
Per Capita$25,057
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$9,687M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,505
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Elevation870 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+71.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute37 min
Broadband79.9%
Libraries14

Is West Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Farmington receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. West Farmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Farmington is $58,250, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Farmington is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 40.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Farmington has a population of 496 with a density of 551 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

496
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Farmington is $58,250, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: West Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,250
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,057
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,454
County GDP$9,687M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare493
Retail625
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.6 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in West Farmington is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,505.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,505

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$893
23% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
In West Farmington, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Farmington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD13.5%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death11,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities493

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

West Farmington has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall40.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation870 ft (265 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates41.3910°N, 80.9740°W
County FIPS39155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 79.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+71.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density551/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.9%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants403
Retail Stores625

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.6 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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