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Zanesville, IN

Indiana

Zanesville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 573. Residents earn $62,045 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
573 Population 690/sq mi density
$62,045 Median Income $28,902 per capita
$153,200 Home Value $201,350 Zillow
$1,035 Median Rent 42.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,045 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value, $1,035/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,045
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,035
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population573
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density690/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,045
Per Capita$28,902
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$2,057M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
Rent$1,035
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,350
Housing Units239
Rent Burden42.3%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.6%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries5

Is Zanesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zanesville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Zanesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zanesville is $62,045, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zanesville is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,035 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Zanesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Zanesville has a population of 573 with a density of 690 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

573
Total Population
690
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Zanesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zanesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zanesville is $62,045, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Zanesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,045
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,902
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$62,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare72
Retail131
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zanesville is $153,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,035 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,350.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,350

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,035
11% below US avg
Rent Burden42.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Zanesville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death9,432/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.7%
Healthcare Facilities72
Zanesville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density690/sq mi
Coordinates40.9154°N, 85.2799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.4-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density690/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants88
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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