Ohio
West Union is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,832. Residents earn $29,934 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Union receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. West Union has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in West Union is $29,934, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in West Union is $118,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in West Union is below the national average at 157 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,913 per 100,000, near the national average.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
West Union experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.1% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $29,934 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,008 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,915 |
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.1% |
| 127% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 672 |
| County GDP | $1,066M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 84 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,744 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.32% |
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $118,400 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,355 |
| Census Median Rent | $616 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,744 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.32% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,358/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Total Violent | 156.8/100K |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 62.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 94.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,913.4/100K |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 345.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,442.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 125.5/100K |
| Arson | 31.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 17.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,001/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7917°N, 83.5441°W |
| County FIPS | 39001 |
Winner: Republican by 65.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,001/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 84 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |