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West Rushville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

West Rushville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 226. Residents earn $73,594 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
226 Population 3,229/sq mi density
$73,594 Median Income $23,431 per capita
$188,800 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,594 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,800 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,594
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density3,229/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,594
Per Capita$23,431
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$6,849M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units72
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation990 ft (302 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries9

Is West Rushville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Rushville 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. West Rushville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Rushville is $73,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Rushville is $188,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Rushville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Rushville has a population of 226 with a density of 3,229 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

226
Total Population
3,229
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Rushville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Rushville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Rushville is $73,594, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: West Rushville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,594
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,431
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$76,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,510
County GDP$6,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare403
Retail349
Manufacturing103

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Rushville is $188,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,800
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,215
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In West Rushville, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death8,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities403
West Rushville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation990 ft (302 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,229/sq mi
Coordinates39.7644°N, 82.4498°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,229/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities403
Restaurants273
Retail Stores349

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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