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Zanesfield, OH

Ohio

Zanesfield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 169. Residents earn $89,167 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
169 Population 1,536/sq mi density
$89,167 Median Income $36,567 per capita
$139,100 Home Value $178,149 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$89,167 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,100 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,167
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,536/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,167
Per Capita$36,567
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,100
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,149
Housing Units125
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.9%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute21 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries8

Is Zanesfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zanesfield receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Zanesfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zanesfield is $89,167, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zanesfield is $139,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Zanesfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Zanesfield has a population of 169 with a density of 1,536 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

169
Total Population
1,536
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Zanesfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zanesfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zanesfield is $89,167, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Zanesfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,167
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$64,376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,030
County GDP$2,767M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare82
Retail150
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Zanesfield is $139,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,149.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,100
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,149

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,724
35% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%
In Zanesfield, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities82
Zanesfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Coordinates40.3386°N, 83.6779°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants103
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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