Woodlawn, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Woodlawn is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,885. Residents earn $66,712 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,885 Population 1,518/sq mi density
$66,712 Median Income $40,244 per capita
$177,600 Home Value $188,754 Zillow
$1,464 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
486 Violent Crime/100K 3,672 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,712 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,600 home value, $1,464/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
486 violent crimes/100K (28% above avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,712
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,600
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 486/100K
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.1%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,464
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,885
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,518/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,712
Per Capita$40,244
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,600
Rent$1,464
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,754

Crime

F
Violent486/100K
Property3,672/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault152/100K
Burglary607/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.1%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute21 min
Libraries41

Is Woodlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodlawn receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Woodlawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodlawn is $66,712, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlawn is $177,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,464 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 486 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,672 per 100,000, 87% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodlawn has a population of 3,885 with a density of 1,518 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (46.8%), with 43.5% White.

Population

3,885
Total Population
1,518
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlawn is $66,712, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Woodlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,712
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,244
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlawn is $177,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,464 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,754.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,600
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,754
Median List Price$230,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$230,000
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,464
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,661

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Woodlawn, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma12.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Woodlawn has a violent crime rate of 486 per 100,000 residents, 28% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,672 per 100,000 (87% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent485.6/100K
28% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape91.1/100K
Robbery242.8/100K
Assault151.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,672.2/100K
87% above US avg
Burglary607.0/100K
Theft3,004.6/100K
Vehicle Theft60.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodlawn has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Coordinates39.2556°N, 84.4711°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.1%
16% above US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home14.8%

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