Willshire, OH

Ohio

Willshire is a small town in Ohio with a population of 409. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
409 Population 1,169/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $25,584 per capita
$72,800 Home Value $176,336 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,800 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population409
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,169/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$25,584
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,318M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,800
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,336
Housing Units179
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation800 ft (244 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries3

Is Willshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willshire 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Willshire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willshire is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willshire is $72,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Willshire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches, including 27.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Willshire has a population of 409 with a density of 1,169 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

409
Total Population
1,169
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Willshire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willshire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willshire is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Willshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,584
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$70,720

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)786
County GDP$2,318M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare56
Retail132
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Willshire is $72,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,336.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,800
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,336

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Willshire, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Willshire has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall27.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation800 ft (244 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,169/sq mi
Coordinates40.7464°N, 84.7920°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS18001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,169/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants53
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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