Ohio
West Unity is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,894. Residents earn $62,045 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Unity receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. West Unity offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in West Unity is $62,045, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in West Unity is $108,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 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.
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
West Unity experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 32.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,045 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,090 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $987 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,758 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 924 |
| County GDP | $2,187M |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,132 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.82% |
| Commute Time | 19.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $108,200 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $184,082 |
| Census Median Rent | $829 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,132 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.82% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,265/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 32.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,230/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5890°N, 84.4303°W |
| County FIPS | 39171 |
Winner: Republican by 48.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.7% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,230/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Retail Stores | 124 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 19.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |