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Wilson, OH

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Wilson is a small town in Ohio with a population of 91. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
91 Population 222/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $43,421 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$43,421
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,193M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking20.7%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,279 ft (390 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute45 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries1

Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Wilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilson is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilson has a population of 91 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

91
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Wilson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,421
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$79,115

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)373
County GDP$1,193M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare21
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,388
3% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,388
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Wilson, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,664
Dentists1:6,617
Mental Health1:3,288
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death11,678/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities21
Wilson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,279 ft (390 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates39.8605°N, 81.0690°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.8-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants22
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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