West Logan, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

West Logan is a small town in Ohio with a population of 537. Residents earn $27,898 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
537 Population 1,492/sq mi density
$27,898 Median Income $29,377 per capita
$68,100 Home Value
$618 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,898 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,100 home value, $618/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,898
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,100
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $618
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population537
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density1,492/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,898
Per Capita$29,377
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$843M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,100
Rent$618
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation770 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+67.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband61.7%
Libraries3

Is West Logan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Logan receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. West Logan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Logan is $27,898, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Logan is $68,100, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Logan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Logan has a population of 537 with a density of 1,492 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 8% Hispanic.

Population

537
Total Population
1,492
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Logan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Logan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Logan is $27,898, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: West Logan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,898
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,377
Avg Weekly Wage$730
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)589
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare52
Retail72
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,808
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Logan is $68,100, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,100
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,808
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In West Logan, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

West Logan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation770 ft (235 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,492/sq mi
Coordinates39.5380°N, 82.4291°W
County FIPS39073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.3-point margin. 61.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+67.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,492/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants84
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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