West Leipsic, OH

Ohio

West Leipsic is a small town in Ohio with a population of 206. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
206 Population 824/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $27,518 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$792 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $792/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density824/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$27,518
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$1,690M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking13.9%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+78.0%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries8

Is West Leipsic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Leipsic receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. West Leipsic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Leipsic is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Leipsic is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Leipsic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Leipsic has a population of 206 with a density of 824 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%).

Population

206
Total Population
824
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

West Leipsic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Leipsic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Leipsic is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: West Leipsic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,518
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$77,279

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)868
County GDP$1,690M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare57
Retail92
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Leipsic is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below 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-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In West Leipsic, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death6,060/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access54.4%
Healthcare Facilities57
West Leipsic has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density824/sq mi
Coordinates41.1053°N, 84.0012°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.7-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 68.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+78.0%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density824/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants64
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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