White Oak, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

White Oak is a small city in Ohio with a population of 18,845. Residents earn $71,789 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
18,845 Population 3,035/sq mi density
$71,789 Median Income $40,523 per capita
$190,900 Home Value
$942 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,789 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,900 home value, $942/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,789
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.9%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How White Oak Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population18,845
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density3,035/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,789
Per Capita$40,523
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,900
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation860 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute24 min
Libraries41

Is White Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Oak receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. White Oak stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Oak is $71,789, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Oak is $190,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

White Oak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

White Oak has a population of 18,845 with a density of 3,035 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 15.5% Black.

Population

18,845
Total Population
3,035
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

White Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Oak is $71,789, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: White Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,789
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,523
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in White Oak is $190,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,900
32% below US avg
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops22.4%
Inventory58

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In White Oak, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

Crime Rates: White Oak vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

White Oak has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density3,035/sq mi
Coordinates39.2106°N, 84.6062°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,035/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home14.0%

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