Home Value $78,600

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.4%

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.3%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.7%

46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164

Median Age41.9 yrs

Density631/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans11.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$38,619

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty6.7%

County GDP$514M

Commute54 min

Housing

Home Value$78,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units92

Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity40.3%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking22.0%

Depression30.3%

Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain43.1 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation727 ft (222 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.4%

High School+97.4%

Graduate+7.6%

School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%

Commute54 min

Broadband67.0%

Libraries1

Is Wilkesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilkesville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Wilkesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilkesville is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilkesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilkesville has a population of 164 with a density of 631 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

164

Total Population

631

People / sq mi

41.9yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilkesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilkesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilkesville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Wilkesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$38,619
Avg Weekly Wage	$840
IRS Avg AGI	$54,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.7%
	46% below US avg
Establishments (County)	213
County GDP	$514M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	15
Retail	23
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,375
	4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	54.0 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilkesville is $78,600, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$78,600
	72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	92
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,375
	4% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.29%

In Wilkesville, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.0% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.3%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	36.2%
Asthma	12.2%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.0%
	57% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	31.8%
Depression	30.3%
Mental Distress	21.8%
Physical Distress	16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.1%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	53.6%
Premature Death	19,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	31.0%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Wilkesville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.1 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	17.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	727 ft (222 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	631/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0765°N, 82.3266°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	39163

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%

D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.4%
	10% below US avg
High School+	97.4%
Graduate Degree+	7.6%
School Test Score	5.90

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	631/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	67.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	54.0 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Wilkesville, OH

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Wilkesville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Wilkesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Wilkesville vs U.S. Average

Income: Wilkesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities