Wilberforce, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Wilberforce is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,992. Residents earn $83,036 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,992 Population 647/sq mi density
$83,036 Median Income $18,201 per capita
$208,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$83,036 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,036
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,100
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.4%
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,992
Median Age19.9 yrs
Density647/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,036
Per Capita$18,201
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,730M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.4%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Libraries8

Is Wilberforce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilberforce receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Wilberforce stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilberforce is $83,036, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilberforce is $208,100, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Wilberforce is a highly educated community — 57.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilberforce experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilberforce has a population of 1,992 with a density of 647 people per square mile. The median age is 19.9 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (62.3%), with 30.8% White, 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,992
Total Population
647
People / sq mi
19.9yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilberforce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilberforce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilberforce is $83,036, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Wilberforce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,036
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$18,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,390
IRS Avg AGI$84,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,168
County GDP$14,730M

Business (County)

Restaurants377
Healthcare416
Retail507
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilberforce is $208,100, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,100
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Wilberforce, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilberforce vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death7,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities416

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Wilberforce has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density647/sq mi
Coordinates39.7150°N, 83.8844°W
County FIPS39057
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 57.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.4%
70% above US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density647/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants377
Retail Stores507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home6.9%

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