West Hill, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

West Hill is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,345. Residents earn $43,947 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,345 Population 1,584/sq mi density
$43,947 Median Income $22,443 per capita
$72,800 Home Value
$729 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,947 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,800 home value, $729/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,947
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,345
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,584/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,947
Per Capita$22,443
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$9,687M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,800
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation904 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute21 min
Libraries14

Is West Hill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Hill is $43,947, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Hill is $72,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 67.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Hill has a population of 2,345 with a density of 1,584 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

2,345
Total Population
1,584
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

West Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Hill is $43,947, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: West Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,947
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,443
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below 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 Rate6.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Hill is $72,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% 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-Occupied57.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Rate6.50%
In West Hill, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death11,710/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

West Hill has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall67.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation904 ft (276 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,584/sq mi
Coordinates41.2300°N, 80.5270°W
County FIPS39155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,584/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants403
Retail Stores625

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home3.4%

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