Windham, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Windham is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,807. Residents earn $43,036 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,807 Population 877/sq mi density
$43,036 Median Income $19,506 per capita
$124,700 Home Value $179,712 Zillow
$932 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
274 Violent Crime/100K 1,601 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$43,036 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,700 home value, $932/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
274 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,036
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,700
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 274/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $932
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.3%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,807
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density877/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,036
Per Capita$19,506
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty28.3%
County GDP$8,793M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,700
Rent$932
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,712

Crime

F
Violent274/100K
Property1,601/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault229/100K
Burglary274/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation967 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Windham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windham receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Windham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windham is $43,036, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Windham is $124,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Windham is below the national average at 274 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,601 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Windham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Windham has a population of 1,807 with a density of 877 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 5.9% Black.

Population

1,807
Total Population
877
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Windham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windham is $43,036, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Windham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,036
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,506
Avg Weekly Wage$1,109
IRS Avg AGI$73,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.3%
128% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,770
County GDP$8,793M

Business (County)

Restaurants327
Healthcare293
Retail432
Manufacturing240

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Windham is $124,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,712.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,700
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,712
Median List Price$150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$150,000
$/Sq Ft$55
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio66.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% 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-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,364
82% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Windham, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death8,136/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities293
Windham has a violent crime rate of 274 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,601 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent274.5/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape45.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault228.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,601.1/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary274.5/100K
Theft1,326.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Windham has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation967 ft (295 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density877/sq mi
Coordinates41.2394°N, 81.0395°W
County FIPS39133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density877/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants327
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

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